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 2024, 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 October 12, 2024, against Artur Beterbiev in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Dmitry Bivol's belts
Dmitry Bivol is the current holder of the IBO World Light Heavyweight and WBA Super World Light Heavyweight belts.
WBA Super World Light Heavyweight
Dmitry Bivol has held the WBA World Light Heavyweight title, which he has held since 2017. He was promoted from a secondary belt to the Super version on October 9, 2019. As of May 2024, Bivol has defended this title seven 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 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.
| Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location |
| Win | 23-0 | Malik Zinad | TKO | 6(12), 2:06 | 1 June 2023 | Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Win | 22–0 | Lyndon Arthur | UD | 12 | 23 Dec 2023 | Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Win | 21–0 | Gilberto Ramírez | UD | 12 | 5 Nov 2022 | Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Win | 20–0 | Canelo Álvarez | UD | 12 | 7 May 2022 | T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. |
| Win | 19–0 | Umar Salamov | UD | 12 | 11 Dec 2021 | KRK Uralets, Ekaterinburg, Russia |
| Win | 18–0 | Craig Richards | UD | 12 | 1 May 2021 | AO Arena, Manchester, England |
| Win | 17–0 | Lenin Castillo | UD | 12 | 12 Oct 2019 | Wintrust Arena, Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
*Last updated on October 8, 2024.
FAQs On Dmitry Bivol Belts
A. Dmitry Bivol currently holds the WBA World Super Light Heavyweight and IBO World Light Heavyweight belts.
A. Bivol has defended the WBA World Super Light Heavyweight belt seven times.
A. Dmitry Bivol is 33 years old.
A. Dmitry Bivol's next bout is against Artur Beterbiev on October 12, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
A. The Bivol vs. Beterbiev fight was postponed due to Beterbiev undergoing surgery on his right knee.
