Dmitry Bivol righted a wrong with perhaps the most brilliant performance of what will surely be a Hall of Fame career.
Just four months after losing both his titles and undefeated record with a controversial majority decision against Artur Beterbiev, Bivol mounted a phenomenal showing in Saturday's rematch to avenge that loss and claim boxing's undisputed light heavyweight title at the Anb Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The end result was once again a majority decision, though this time in Bivol's favor: 116-112, 115-113 and 114-114.
"I was better, I was pushing myself more, I was more confident, I was lighter, and I just wanted to win so much today," an elated Bivol said post-fight.