Dmitry Bivol will put his unified light-heavyweight world titles on the line this weekend against Michael Eifert, in a bout that takes place in Russia. The champion, aged 35, boasts a record of 24 wins and 1 loss, with 12 knockouts, while the German challenger, 28, stands at 13-1 with 5 stoppages.
Background to the Fight
Fifteen months after Bivol narrowly outpointed Artur Beterbiev to become undisputed champion and avenge his sole professional defeat, he now faces Eifert. The fight occurs on home soil for Bivol, at the UMMC Arena in Yekaterinburg. However, attention has already turned to future matchups, with fans eager for a trilogy bout against Beterbiev or a clash with David Benavidez. Beterbiev has not fought since losing to Bivol, while Benavidez last competed at cruiserweight, winning a unified title. The 41-year-old Beterbiev seeks revenge, and Benavidez remains interested in facing Bivol.
When and Where Is the Fight?
Bivol vs Eifert takes place on Saturday, May 30, at the UMMC Arena in Yekaterinburg, Russia. The main card begins at 4pm BST (8am PT, 10am CT, 11am ET), with ring walks for the main event expected from 6.45pm BST (10.45am PT, 12.45pm CT, 1.45pm ET).
How to Watch
The event streams live exclusively on DAZN worldwide. A subscription is required, with plans starting at £15.99 per month.
Full Fight Card
Subject to change; 'C' denotes champion
- Dmitry Bivol (C) vs Michael Eifert – IBF, WBA, WBO light-heavyweight titles
- Vsevolod Shumkov vs Christian Olivo – featherweight
- Mukhammad Shekhov vs Yerni Betancourt – super-bantamweight
- Vadim Tukov vs Sebastian Papeschi – middleweight
- Nikita Zon vs Nahuel Gonzalo Garcia – super-middleweight
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