Callum Smith Challenges Artur Beterbiev's Undefeated Record in Light Heavyweight Title Fight

Smith, having made significant changes since his loss to Canelo Alvarez, is confident of dethroning Beterbiev, boxing's only champion with a 100% knockout ratio.

• Artur Beterbiev, the only boxing champion with a 100% knockout ratio, will defend his three light heavyweight titles against Callum Smith this weekend.
• Smith, a former super middleweight champion, moved up to 175 pounds after a loss to Canelo Alvarez in 2020.
• Smith has made changes in his training setup, weight division, and mindset since his loss to Alvarez.
• Beterbiev, who has 19 stoppages on his record, is expected to try and make an undisputed fight against WBA (Super) champion Dmitry Bivol if he wins against Smith.
• Smith believes the 'best version of himself' can beat anyone in the world, and is confident of dethroning Beterbiev.

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