Dmitry Bivol is back in the gym preparing for Callum Smith, but this is no routine title defense for the 35-year-old champion. He faces a tall, powerful ...

This December, Callum Smith is set to challenge for Dmitry Bivol’s unified light-heavyweight world titles in an intriguing battle in Russia, and a former ...

Figueroa knocked out Nick Ball in Liverpool, England, in February to claim the championship and become a two-division world champion. Kameda hasn't fought since losing a majority decision to Angelo ...

In February 2025, Dmitry Bivol defeated rival Artur Beterbiev to regain the WBA (Super), IBF, WBC, WBO, IBO, and The Ring light-heavyweight titles, avenging his only loss. The pound-for-pound debate ...

Dmitry Bivol wanted another blockbuster fight before the end of 2026. Instead, the unified light heavyweight champion’s year will continue to be defined by mandatory challengers. The WBO announced ...

Dmitry Bivol sees Artur Beterbiev as a strong opponent, as he was not surprised by his knockout win over Callum Smith. The two are on course to face each other for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight ...

The only upside to Dmitry Bivol’s downtime is that it now puts him on the same schedule as his next intended target. A thirteen-month inactive stretch precedes the unbeaten WBA light heavyweight ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - FEBRUARY 22: Callum Smith punches ...