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Big Fight Announcement
Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are finally set to face off later this year in a highly anticipated bout for the undisputed light-heavyweight titles. This showdown has been years in the making and is sure to be a must-watch event for boxing fans.
Fighter Background
Dmitry Bivol secured a victory against Lyndon Arthur in his last fight five months ago, while Artur Beterbiev faced a tough challenge against Anthony Yarde but emerged victorious. Beterbiev currently holds the WBC, IBF, and WBO titles at 175lbs, with notable wins over British stars Anthony Yarde and Callum Smith. On the other hand, Bivol is the WBA titleholder and is famous for handing Canelo Alvarez his second career loss two years ago.
Event Details
The highly anticipated clash between Beterbiev and Bivol is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 1, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The main event ring-walks are expected to commence around 10.30pm UK time.
How to Watch
UK viewers can catch the fight live on DAZN and TNT Sports. Subscribing to DAZN for £9.99 a month ensures access to a year of action, with the option to cancel at any time. Additionally, a flexible pass priced at £19.99 a month is available. Live streaming is possible through the discovery+ app for TNT Sports or the DAZN app for DAZN on mobile or tablet devices.
Full Card Announcement
The complete fight card will be revealed at a press conference in London. Stay tuned to SunSport for the latest updates on the event.
