Hearn: Bivol has a lot of options right now

A confident victory over Saul Alvarez (57-2-2, 39 KOs) opened Dmitry Bivol (20-0, 11 KOs) gate to a bigger box and big money. The Russians now have plenty to choose from. According to Eddie Hearn, the next opponent for the WBA super light heavyweight champion should be Joshua Buatsy (16-0, 13 KOs) or Callum Smith (28-1, 20 KOs).

Also, the winner of the battle can become on the way Arthur Beterbiev (17-0, 17 KOs) against Joe Smith Jr. (28-3, 22 KOs) and a fight for the absolute championship in the 79 kg limit. A monetary revenge with the Mexican is also possible.

“Bivol will fight the winner of the fight between Joe Smith and Beterbiev in June, so Dmitry can count on a fight for the absolute championship even this year,” said the head of Matchroom Boxing during the DAZN Boxing Show.

“Joshua Buatsi won last weekend. This is a fight we would be very interested in. Callum Smith is another one of the boxers we represent. We have many options for Bivol when it comes to voluntary protection. He wants the absolute championship, he also wants a rematch with Canelo Alvarez, because this rematch will make him a hell of a lot of money. We must sit down with Vadim Kornilov and the World of Boxing promotional organization and plan for Bivol's future. He is in a great position,” Hearn concluded.