One of the biggest fights of 2025 takes place tonight as two fo the best pound-for-pound fighters go head-to-head in a rematch.
Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are set for a rematch for the undisputed light-heavyweight championship.
Their first meeting last October was a closely contested battle, with Beterbiev narrowly securing a majority decision victory to become the division’s first four-belt champion and the first since Roy Jones Jr in 1999.
Two judges scored it 116-112 and 115-113 in his favor, while the third called it a 114-114 draw. With the win, Beterbiev successfully defended his WBC, IBF, and WBO titles, while also claiming Bivol's WBA and IBO belts, along with the vacant Ring crown.
Bivol, known for his movement and defensive mastery, is determined to reclaim his titles and avenge the only loss of his career. On the other hand, Beterbiev, the division’s most feared puncher, to use his aggressive style to sway the judges once more.
With both men ranked among the world’s best pound-for-pound fighters, this rematch promises to deliver one of the fights of the year.
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Beterbiev vs Bivol Odds
| Result | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Beterbiev | 10/11 | 52% |
| Draw | 16/1 | 6% |
| Bivol | 6/5 | 45% |
Who is the favourite to win Beterbiev vs Bivol?
Artur Beterbiev enters his rematch against Dmitry Bivol as a slight favourite, with odds of 10/11 with various bookmakers, reflecting a 52% implied probability of victory.
This follows their closely contested first bout in October 2024, where Beterbiev secured a majority decision win.
Bivol, the challenger, holds odds of 6/5 with AKBets, indicating a 45% chance of winning.
Beterbiev boasts an undefeated record of 21-0, with an incredible 20 knockouts, underscoring his formidable power. The last fight marked the first time in Beterbiev's career he didn't win by knockout.
Bivol, with a record of 23-1 suffered the only defeat of his professional career in the last fight.
