- Alalshikh has voiced his desire to stage a rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol
- Beterbiev beat Bivol to become the undisputed light-heavyweight champion
- Alalshikh has hinted he disagrees with the decision made by the judges
Dmitry Bivol is set to be given the chance to avenge his controversial defeat by Artur Berterbiev, according to Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh.
Alalshikh, a key figure in bringing major boxing events to Saudi Arabia, outlined his plans for a rematch following Beterbiev’s controversial points victory in the undisputed light-heavyweight title fight.
He suggested the result of the fight was not fair and is already working to organise a second showdown between the two champions.
Beterbiev’s victory, secured by a majority decision after twelve rounds of intense action, has sparked widespread debate in the boxing community, with many -including professional fighters – arguing that Bivol deserved the win.
While Beterbiev’s aggressive style and power shots earned him the judges’ nod, Bivol’s technical skill and ring control had many feeling he had done enough to claim victory.
Dmitrii Bivol suffered a controversial defeat to Artur Berterbiev in Saudi Arabia on Saturday
Turki Alalshikh has now voiced his desire to stage a rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol
Both Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol have expressed their openness to staging a rematch
Alalshikh has expressed his dissatisfaction with the result, suggesting that the judges may have gotten it wrong.
Speaking about the result, Alalshikh told The Stomping Ground: ‘This was one of the great fights of the last 20 years I think, but I don’t think the result was fair, in my opinion.
‘The two fighters are like my brothers, but I think Bivol won two rounds more. I will focus and I will try to do the rematch.
‘If they accept, we will do it.’
A rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol would undoubtedly be one of the most anticipated fights of 2025, given the controversy surrounding their first bout in Riyadh.
Bivol, who many believe was ‘robbed’ of a victory, has welcomed the idea of a rematch.
Beterbiev, now the undisputed light-heavyweight champion, has also indicated that he would be open to a second fight.
A rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol would be one of the most anticipated fights of 2025
The potential rematch has already generated excitement among fans and boxing insiders alike, with many viewing it as a must-see event.
Given Alalshikh’s track record of organising high-stakes fights, there is growing anticipation that this rematch could come together quickly.
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