Dmitry Bivol, the WBA light heavyweight champion of the world, commented on the official announcement of the fight with Artur Beterbiev, the WBC, WBO, IBF light heavyweight champion of the world.
"This is a great fight not only for me, but for all boxing fans. Sadov Arabia will make this fight happen, for which I thank her. When I became a professional boxer, my goal was to become an absolute champion. I'm glad that on June 1 I will fight for all the belts," said the boxer.
The fight between Bivol and Beterbiev will take place on June 1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. At stake in this confrontation will be the title of absolute world champion in the heavyweight division.