Beterbiev vs. Bivol: Epic Rematch in Riyadh

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Beterbiev and Bivol`s rematch for the light heavyweight championship highlights an exciting boxing event in Riyadh.

Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are set to face off in a highly anticipated rematch for the undisputed light heavyweight championship on February 24, 2025, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This thrilling encounter will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV, with the main card kicking off at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT. Beterbiev, boasting an impressive record of 21-0 with 21 KOs, will defend his WBC, WBO, and IBF titles, while Bivol, holding a record of 23-1 with 11 KOs, puts his WBA belt on the line.

Their first bout in December 2024 ended in a controversial split decision victory for Bivol, leaving many fans and analysts believing that Beterbiev had done enough to secure the win. This rematch promises to deliver another electrifying battle between two of the best light heavyweights in the world.

In the co-main event, Joseph Parker will challenge Daniel Dubois for the IBF heavyweight title. Parker, fresh off a career-best performance against Deontay Wilder, aims to become a two-weight world champion. Dubois, who captured the vacant IBF title with a knockout of Filip Hrgovic last November, seeks to make a successful first defense. The undercard features exciting matchups, including Jai Opetaia vs. Mairis Briedis for the IBF cruiserweight title, and Nick Ball vs. Ludumo Lamati in a WBC featherweight title eliminator. This event is part of Riyadh Season, showcasing top-tier boxing talent.

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