We asked AI to predict the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol (and it gave the perfect answer)

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Artur Beterbiev (left) vs. Dmitry Bivol (right) gets its very own AI prediction [Image Courtesy: @trboxing on X]

The Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol AI prediction offers strategic insight into the undisputed light heavyweight title boxing match set to take place on Oct. 12. According to AI, Beterbiev ought to be favored to win, likely by knockout given his fearsome punching power.

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It does not, however, discount Bivol's skills, pointing out that the WBA light heavyweight champion is undefeated for a reason. Bivol is regarded as one of the sport's foremost defensive wizards, whose impeccable technique and distance management make him a difficult opponent to overcome.

The Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol prediction
The Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol prediction

Even the great Canelo Alvarez failed to crack his impregnable defense. AI, however, is confident in Beterbiev's chances, highlighting not only his power, which has earned him a 100% knockout rate but his physicality, accuracy, and underrated defense.

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In short, Beterbiev, who holds the rest of the light heavyweight belts and is himself unbeaten, is expected to stop Bivol at some point in their bout. However, the prediction doesn't rule out Bivol's chances of scoring a win, praising him for his speed, technique, and cardio.

Artur Beterbiev's skill set examined
Artur Beterbiev's skill set examined

Unfortunately, where Bivol comes up short against Beterbiev is his power. He will lack the kind of stopping power that would otherwise get his foe's respect. Whether this has any actual bearing on the fight's outcome remains to be seen, as Bivol is often the one forcing his opponent to come toward him.

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Dmitry Bivol's skill-set examined
Dmitry Bivol's skill-set examined

While a decision likely favors Bivol, the AI prediction does not believe the judges' scorecards will be needed, as Beterbiev is projected to finish his rival within 12 rounds to crown the true light heavyweight king.

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Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol was previously scheduled for June

The initial bout for the undisputed light heavyweight title was set for June 1, but Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol was ultimately postponed. The reason behind it was an injury, as Beterbiev had suffered a torn meniscus during training just a month prior to their scheduled encounter.

Now, the two men are just a week away from finally settling the question of divisional supremacy, with their undefeated records on the line in what promises to be a thrilling stylistic clash.

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Edited by Anurag Mitra
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