Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev are set to face off this weekend to determine the undisputed light-heavyweight champion in a highly anticipated showdown in Saudi Arabia. The clash will see Bivol defending the WBA title against Beterbiev, who holds the WBC, WBO, and IBF belts. Both fighters boast impressive unbeaten records, with Beterbiev having secured 20 knockouts in 20 wins, while Bivol stands at 23-0 and is known for his high volume of punches.
Originally scheduled earlier in the year, the fight was delayed due to a knee injury sustained by Beterbiev, intensifying the excitement surrounding the upcoming bout. The two pound-for-pound Russian stars will finally share the ring in Riyadh, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome that will determine the unified champion.
The highly anticipated match between Bivol and Beterbiev is scheduled for Saturday, 12 October, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The main card is set to kick off at 7pm BST (11am PT, 1pm CT, 2pm ET), with the ring walks for the main event expected around 11pm BST (3pm PT, 5pm CT, 6pm ET).
Boxing enthusiasts around the world can catch the action live on DAZN, with the exception of viewers in the US and Canada, where the event will be streamed on ESPN+. The DAZN pay-per-view is priced at £19.99, and subscription plans start at £14.99 a month. Additionally, new subscribers who purchase the pay-per-view and sign up for a Monthly Flex Offer will receive a complimentary seven-day trial.
For those in the UK, the fight will also be broadcast live on Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office, each priced at £19.95 and £19.99 respectively. Viewers can access the TNT pay-per-view on discovery+, EE TV, and Prime Video. To ensure uninterrupted streaming from abroad, viewers may require a VPN to comply with local regulations and service provider terms.
In terms of betting odds, Beterbiev is currently at 6/5, Bivol at 8/11, and a draw at 14/1, according to Betway. Fans can explore the latest betting offers on boxing sites for potential free bets across various sports.
The full card for the event, subject to potential changes, includes matchups such as Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol, Chris Eubank Jr vs Kamil Szeremeta, and more exciting bouts across different weight classes. As the anticipation mounts for the showdown between Bivol and Beterbiev, boxing enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for an electrifying evening of world-class boxing action.