The rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, one of 2024’s most anticipated fights, is just around the corner, taking place on Saturday, February 22nd.
In their first encounter, Bivol showcased his refined technique, but Beterbiev’s powerful punches secured him a majority decision victory. This marked the first time in Beterbiev’s career that he didn’t achieve a knockout. Beterbiev aims for a more decisive win this time, while Bivol is determined to avenge his first professional defeat in 24 fights.
The co-main event features Martin Bakole, stepping in for Daniel Dubois, who is ill, to face Joseph Parker. Bakole, fresh off a knockout win against Jared Anderson in 2024, seeks another significant victory this Saturday.
Parker, representing New Zealand, is on a five-fight winning streak, including recent wins against knockout specialists Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang.
Originally scheduled to face Floyd Schofield, Shakur Stevenson will now compete against Josh Padley in a lightweight bout, as Schofield withdrew due to illness.
Full Fight Card:
- Main Event: Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol – Undisputed light heavyweight title fight
- Co-main: Joseph Parker vs. Martin Bakole
- Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley – WBC lightweight title
- Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz – WBC middleweight title
- Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov – WBC world interim super welterweight title
- Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel – Vacant WBC interim heavyweight title
- Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith – WBO light heavyweight interim title
