What Is Dmitry Bivol's Record?

Last Modified Feb 17, 2025 13:56 GMT
Artur Beterbiev v Dimitry Bivol: Riyadh Season - IV Crown Showdown
Artur Beterbiev v Dimitry Bivol: Riyadh Season - IV Crown Showdown

Dmitry Bivol, born on December 18, 1990, in Tokmak, Kyrgyzstan, is an accomplished Russian professional boxer who fights in the light heavyweight division. He is a former WBA and IBO light heavyweight champion and has successfully defended the WBA belt multiple times since 2017. One of Bivol's most memorable victories occurred in May 2022 when he defeated the highly regarded Canelo Alvarez, retaining his WBA light heavyweight title. This victory significantly elevated his profile, especially in the United States, where he had been less known compared to other top fighters.

Throughout his career, Bivol has displayed elite technical proficiency and consistency, maintaining an unbeaten record of 23 wins. As of 2025, he is recognized as one of the top pound-for-pound boxers globally, with major rankings by The Ring, ESPN, and BoxRec placing him near the top of their lists. Bivol's next scheduled fight is against Artur Beterbiev on February 22, 2025, for the undisputed light heavyweight championship in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Dmitry Bivol's boxing record

Dmitry Bivol maintains a professional record of 23 wins and 1 loss, with 12 coming by knockout and 11 by decision, as of February 2025. Notable wins in his career include a dominant performance against Sullivan Barrera in 2018 and a landmark victory over Canelo Alvarez in May 2022, where Bivol retained his WBA light heavyweight title.

No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocation
24Loss23-1Artur BeterbievMD1212 October, 2024Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
23Win23-0Malik ZinadTKO6(12), 2:061 June 2024Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
22Win22–0Lyndon ArthurUD1223 Dec 2023Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
21Win21–0Gilberto RamírezUD125 Nov 2022Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
20Win20–0Canelo ÁlvarezUD127 May 2022T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
19Win19–0Umar SalamovUD1211 Dec 2021KRK Uralets, Ekaterinburg, Russia
18Win18–0Craig RichardsUD121 May 2021AO Arena, Manchester, England
17Win17–0Lenin CastilloUD1212 Oct 2019Wintrust Arena, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
16Win16–0Joe Smith Jr.UD129 Mar 2019Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S.
15Win15–0Jean PascalUD1224 Nov 2018Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
14Win14–0Isaac ChilembaUD124 Aug 2018Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
13Win13–0Sullivan BarreraTKO12 (12), 1:413 Mar 2018The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.
12Win12–0Trent BroadhurstKO1 (12), 3:004 Nov 2017Casino de Salle Medecin, Monte Carlo, Monaco
11Win11–0Cedric AgnewTKO4 (10), 1:2717 Jun 2017Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
10Win10–0Samuel ClarksonTKO4 (12), 1:4014 Apr 2017MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Maryland, U.S.
9Win9–0Robert BerridgeTKO4 (12), 0:4723 Feb 2017Nizhny Tagil Forum, Nizhny Tagil, Russia
8Win8–0Yevgeni MakhteienkoUD1029 Oct 2016Ekaterinburg Arena, Ekaterinburg, Russia
7Win7–0Felix ValeraUD1221 May 2016Khodynka Ice Palace, Moscow, Russia
6Win6–0Cleiton ConceiçãoKO4 (10), 2:2418 Feb 2016The Hangar, Costa Mesa, California, U.S.
5Win5–0Jackson JuniorTKO4 (10), 1:594 Nov 2015TatNeft Arena, Kazan, Russia
4Win4–0Felipe RomeroKO8 (8), 2:3827 Aug 2015The Hangar, Costa Mesa, California, U.S.
3Win3–0Joey VegasKO4 (8), 1:1022 May 2015Luzhniki Palace of Sports, Moscow, Russia
2Win2–0Konstantin PiternovTKO3 (6), 1:1210 Apr 2015Luzhniki Palace of Sports, Moscow, Russia
1Win1–0Jorge Rodriguez OliveraTKO6 (6), 1:4428 Nov 2014Luzhniki Palace of Sports, Moscow, Russia

Dmitry Bivol vs. Canelo Alvarez

On May 7, 2022, Dmitry Bivol faced Canelo Alvarez at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Despite Canelo's reputation as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters, Bivol, the WBA light heavyweight champion, posed a serious threat with his technical skill, size, and power.

From the start, Bivol effectively used his jab and maintained a strong defense, blocking and dodging Canelo's combinations. His disciplined approach and footwork controlled the distance, preventing major blows from Canelo.

As the fight progressed, Bivol's confidence grew. He took control with precise punches and effective counters, frustrating the Mexican star. The fight went the full 12 rounds, and Bivol won by unanimous decision, with all three judges scoring it 115-113.

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FAQs On Dmitry Bivol

A. Dmitry Bivol's boxing record as of February 2025 is 23 wins and 1 loss.

A. Dmitry Bivol has won 12 of his fights by way of knockout.

A. Dmitry Bivol has a knockout ratio of 52%.

A. No, Dmitry Bivol was defeated in his last fight against Artur Beterbiev. 

A. Dmitry Bivol won against Canelo via a unanimous decision.

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