Beterbiev vs Bivol. Let's get it on! Who wins?

I'd be surprised if Bivol decides to fight on the inside much. Such a difficult one to call between these two. Crazily different but also massively effective styles. Probably why it's the best fight to be made in boxing atm

 

I favor Bivol slightly.

He’s a very effective fighter. Great defense, and doesn’t waste a lot of energy running around. He moves just enough to be in and out of range. He has a great jab and rhythm-disrupting combos.

If he can box from the outside and stay out of range for 9-10 rounds, and I know he’s capable of it, all he has to do is survive a hairy last few rounds and win a decision.

I believe he can outbox Beterviev and win a close, but clear decision.

 

Pretty much this.

 

I'm not disagreeing and this sounds like the gameplan for Bivol. Remember that Beterbiev is after him. What a fight!!!!!!!

 

It may be my bias talking, but I would still back Bivol. Beterbiev is an offensive machine, but he doesn't really merge his defence and offence; when his opponents throw Beterbiev simply backs up and waits for them to stop before continuing his onslaught. If Bivol is active enough he can use this to his advantage and outwork Beterbiev.

 

According to His Excellency Turki, Pedbiev is ducking Bivol because of Ramadan

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The odds are out. Beterbiev opens as a slight favorite.

Beterbiev -130
Bivol -110

A pretty even fight according to the bookies.

 

Latest Bivol interview. He knows what he's getting himself into and he won't be underestimating Beterbiev.

Bivol: Beterbiev will be my hardest fight
https://fightnews.com/bivol-beterbiev-will-be-my-hardest-fight/157571

“First of all he is strong, very strong. He’s like stone. His punches are very hard and his body is hard. He believes in himself a lot. He has experience, a lot of experience. If you look at his pro record, he doesn’t have too many fights, but he has a lot of experience in the amateurs. It helps him. He uses body shots with his right hand – it’s a good body shot. And he’s strong, this is one of the most important things."

 

Beterbiev is finally getting some respect in the boxing world. FINALLY.