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Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol Rematch Among Other High-Stakes Fights Officially Confirmed

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Boxing fans are still catching their breath from the first Artur Beterbiev- Dmitry Bivol showdown, but the boxing world isn’t slowing down. The much-anticipated rematch is set for February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of “The Last Crescendo” event.

The first fight in October was a masterclass in technical boxing. Beterbiev won by majority decision, claiming the undisputed light heavyweight crown – a feat not achieved since Roy Jones Jr.’s reign 25 years ago. 

But the victory came with interesting twists. Beterbiev lost his perfect knockout record, while Bivol tasted defeat for the first time. Even Turki Alalshikh, the event’s promoter, thought Bivol deserved the win.

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Other High-Level Title Fights On The Card

“The Last Crescendo” isn’t just serving up the main course. The undercard is packed with enough talent to make any boxing fan drool. There are a total of 4 fights in this card for the title.

First up is Daniel Dubois vs. Joseph Parker. Fresh off his shocking knockout of Anthony Joshua, Dubois defends his IBF heavyweight belt against the red-hot Parker. Daniel Dubois brings his skill and power against the dangerous Parker, who has been on a tear, winning his last five fights. This clash of styles makes this fight particularly spicy.

Another title fight is for the WBC World Lightweight Championship. Shakur Stevenson is jumping back into the ring after hand surgery to face Floyd Schofield. At 22, Schofield is either brave or crazy to take on one of the smoothest technical boxers. 

The WBC middleweight division gets its spotlight, too. Carlos Adames puts his WBC belt on the line against Britain’s undefeated powerhouse Hamzah Sheeraz. This title fight will be intense, with both these fighters giving everything they have to get that coveted belt.

Who Else Features On This Card?

Fans were supposed to see Vergil Ortiz Jr. face Israil Madrimov for the WBC World Interim super welterweight championship. However, that is now up in the air since Madrimov pulled out of his December fight. 

The heavyweight drama continues with Zhilei Zhang taking on Agit Kabayel for the WBC interim heavyweight title. Fans might think of it as the appetizer before the heavyweight championship feast. And to kick things off, Joshua Buatsi and Callum Smith will duke it out for a shot at whoever emerges victorious from the main event!

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Summary Of The First Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol Fight

Last October’s light-heavyweight unification bout between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol was a nail-biter from start to finish. The judges’ scorecards tell quite a story of this back-and-forth battle.

Dmitry Bivol came out strong, claiming the first two rounds unanimously on all scorecards. His quick footwork and precise jabs kept the usually aggressive Beterbiev at bay. But Artur Beterbiev, being the seasoned warrior he is, found his rhythm in round three, earning his first unanimous round win.

The middle rounds showed why these guys are at the top of their game. The fourth round sparked some debate, with two judges favoring Beterbiev while one saw it for Bivol. Then came the explosive seventh round – both fighters got rocked, and again, the judges couldn’t agree on who handled the chaos better.

What’s truly fascinating is how Beterbiev closed the show. After Bivol dominated rounds eight and nine (unanimous decisions there), the older fighter showed why age is just a number. Artur Beterbiev swept the final three rounds on all scorecards. He proved that championship rounds aren’t just a fancy term – they are where legends are made!

The final scores reflected how close this battle was. One judge saw it dead even at 114-114, while two others gave Beterbiev the edge with 115-113 and 116-112. he three judges – Glenn Feldman, Manuel Oliver Palomo, and Pawel Kardyni – never scored a round beyond the standard 10-9, showing just how competitive each round was.

Eddie Hearn, Bivol’s promoter, wasn’t too happy about one of those cards – called it “disgusting,” actually. Dmitry Bivol himself took the high road, saying simply, “I don’t like excuses. I didn’t win, and that’s it.”

Watch the first fight between Beterbiev vs Bivol

Conclusion

The ‘Last Crescendo’ is like a boxing buffet – there’s something for everyone. From technical masterclasses to heavyweight slugfests, it showcases everything that makes boxing great. The rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol isn’t just about settling scores and cementing legacies in the light heavyweight division.

With the rematch now set, fans are eager to see if history will repeat itself or if Bivol can turn those close rounds in his favor. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is not just hosting fights; they’re assembling cards that would’ve seemed impossible a few years ago. It’s like they’ve taken the “if you build it, they will come” approach and added a few zeros to the budget!

The stakes couldn’t be higher for everyone involved. For Artur Beterbiev, it’s about proving his first win wasn’t a fluke. For Dmitry Bivol, it’s redemption time. For the rest of the fighters, it’s a chance to shine on one of boxing’s biggest stages. February 22 can’t come soon enough!

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