Boxer Lionell Thompson compares sparring with Artur Beterbiev to being hit by a car


Boxer Lionell Thompson compares sparring with Artur Beterbiev to being hit by a car
courtesy of thesun.co.uk
Listen to an Overview of this Article

Lionell Thompson's Brutal Comparison

BOXER Lionell Thompson revealed that sparring with Artur Beterbiev was comparable to being hit by a car, stating it was the worst experience of his life.

Beterbiev's Intimidating Record

Artur Beterbiev, boxing's only world champion with a 100% knockout ratio, has stopped all 20 of his opponents, striking fear into anyone who steps into the ring with him.

Upcoming Challenge for Beterbiev

This Saturday, Beterbiev faces his toughest opponent yet in 23-0 Dmitriy Bivol in a light-heavyweight undisputed title decider.

Agreeing with Thompson

Brit Dan Azeez supported Thompson's comparison, stating that even with Beterbiev wearing huge 20oz gloves, the force felt in sparring sessions was intense and not to be underestimated.


Boxer Lionell Thompson compares sparring with Artur Beterbiev to being hit by a car
courtesy of thesun.co.uk

Impressive Fight Record

Beterbiev, 39, holds multiple titles at 175lb and has recently defeated notable opponents like Callum Smith and Anthony Yarde, while Bivol, 33, is the WBA champ who triumphed over Canelo Alvarez in 2022.