How many belts does Dmitry Bivol have?

Last Modified Feb 12, 2025 03:59 GMT
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Dmitry Yuryevich Bivol, a Russian professional boxer, has held the World Boxing Association (WBA) (Super version) light heavyweight title since 2017 and the International Boxing Organization (IBO) title since 2023. Bivol's boxing journey began at the tender age of 6 in Kyrgyzstan. As an amateur, he boasted an impressive record of 268 wins and only 15 losses, winning gold medals at various championships, including the 2013 World Combat Games.

Turning professional in 2014, Bivol quickly made his mark with six consecutive knockout victories. His career has been characterized by exceptional technical ability and consistent performances, culminating in an undefeated record of 22 wins. As of 2025, Bivol is recognized as one of the top pound-for-pound boxers globally, consistently ranked near the top by major outlets like The Ring, ESPN, and BoxRec. His next bout is scheduled for February 22, 2025, against Artur Beterbiev in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Dmitry Bivol's belts

Dmitry Bivol does not hold any belts to his name as of February 2025. He was the former holder of the IBO World Light Heavyweight and WBA Super World Light Heavyweight belts. He lost the belt to Artur Beterbiev while fighting for the undisputed championship in October 2024.

WBA Super World Light Heavyweight

Dmitry Bivol held the WBA World Light Heavyweight title, which he has held since 2017 to 2024. He was promoted from a secondary belt to the Super version on October 9, 2019. As of February 2025, Bivol has defended this title 7 times.

IBO World Light Heavyweight

On November 14, 2023, it was announced that Bivol would be facing Lyndon Arthur, the IBO light heavyweight champion. The championship fight took place on December 23, 2023, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Bivol secured a dominant victory, winning by unanimous decision with all three judges scoring the bout 120–107 in his favor.

Dmitry Bivol's successful title defenses

Since Dmitry Bivol's WBA belt was elevated to the Super version in 2019, he has successfully defended it 7 times. Among these defenses was a legendary bout against Canelo Alvarez, the current undisputed champion at super middleweight.

ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocation
Win23-0Malik ZinadTKO6(12), 2:061 June 2023Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Win22–0Lyndon ArthurUD1223 Dec 2023Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Win21–0Gilberto RamírezUD125 Nov 2022Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Win20–0Canelo ÁlvarezUD127 May 2022T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
Win19–0Umar SalamovUD1211 Dec 2021KRK Uralets, Ekaterinburg, Russia
Win18–0Craig RichardsUD121 May 2021AO Arena, Manchester, England
Win17–0Lenin CastilloUD1212 Oct 2019Wintrust Arena, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.

*Last updated on February 12, 2025.

FAQs On Dmitry Bivol's belts

A. Dmitry Bivol currently holds no belts to his name. He is the former WBA World Super Light Heavyweight and IBO World Light Heavyweight champion.

A. Bivol has defended the WBA World Super Light Heavyweight belt seven times.

A. Dmitry Bivol is 34 years old. 

A. Dmitry Bivol's next bout is against Artur Beterbiev on February 22, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

A. The Bivol vs. Beterbiev fight was postponed due to Beterbiev undergoing surgery on his right knee.

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