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Beterbiev and Bivol Set for Highly Anticipated Rematch in Saudi Arabia

The rematch, dubbed 'The Last Crescendo,' follows their closely contested first bout and will determine the undisputed light heavyweight champion.

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Artur Beterbiev goes head to head with Dmitry Bivol during The Last Crescendo press conference on January 13, 2025 in London, England.

Overview

  • Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol will face off on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the undisputed light heavyweight title.
  • Beterbiev, undefeated with a record of 21-0 and 20 knockouts, narrowly defeated Bivol in their first fight in October 2024 by majority decision, becoming the division's first undisputed champion since 2002.
  • Bivol, with a record of 23-1, is seeking revenge after his first career loss and has made adjustments to his strategy for the rematch, focusing on power and consistency.
  • The fight headlines a stacked card featuring six other title bouts, including contests involving Shakur Stevenson, Carlos Adames, and Vergil Ortiz Jr., making it one of the most significant boxing events of the year.
  • Both fighters have emphasized improvements since their last meeting, with Beterbiev aiming to maintain his dominance and Bivol determined to reclaim his dream of being undisputed champion.