Beterbiev and Bivol will face off again on February 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The bout will put all four light heavyweight world titles on the line, making it a high-stakes affair for both fighters.
The rematch comes just four months after their first encounter, which ended in a close, back-and-forth fight. Beterbiev got the majority decision verdict, becoming the first undisputed champion at 175lbs in over 20 years. The decision didn't sit well with some boxing fans who felt Bivol should have won.
In a recent interview with Fight Hub TV, Canelo weighed in on the upcoming rematch:
"It's going to be a really good fight again. Both are great fighters."
Alvarez knows a thing or two about the light heavyweight division. He defeated Sergey Kovalev for the WBO light heavyweight title in November 2019. However, his attempt to capture the WBA light heavyweight title from Bivol in May 2022 ended in a unanimous decision loss.
Currently, Canelo holds the WBC, WBA, and WBO super-middleweight titles. When asked about a potential return to light heavyweight, he didn't rule it out, saying, "Maybe I will." A rematch with Bivol or a showdown with long-term rival David Benavidez could be on the cards if he decides to move up in weight again.
The boxing world eagerly awaits the Beterbiev-Bivol rematch, with fans and fighters alike struggling to pick a clear favorite. David Benavidez has also shared his thoughts on the upcoming bout, adding to the growing excitement surrounding this light heavyweight clash.