Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 – Start Time, Fight Card, Betting Odds
All the fight information for Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 in Riyadh on Saturday 22nd February 2025. With start time, date, fight card, betting odds, and information on how to watch.
- Event: Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Location: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Broadcast: DAZN PPV
- Broadcast in the UK: DAZN PPV TNT Sports Box Office
Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol Full fight card
- Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol – Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title Fight, for Beterbiev’s WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO and The Ring belts
- Martin Bakole vs Joseph Parker – For Dubois’ IBF Heavyweight Title
- Shakur Stevenson vs Josh Padley – For Stevenson’s WBC Lightweight Title
- Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz – For Adames’ WBC Middleweight Title
- Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov – For Ortiz Jr’s WBC World Interim Super Welterweight Title
- Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel – For the vacant WBC Interim Heavyweight Title
- Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith – For Buatsi’s WBO Light Heavyweight Interim Title
*Fight card, bout order, and number of fights are subject to change
Beterbiev vs Bivol Tale of the Tape
| Name: | Artur Beterbiev | Dmitry Bivol |
| Country: | Russia | Russia |
| Age: | 40 | 34 |
| Height: | 5 ft 11+1⁄2 in (182 cm) | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight: | 175.0 lbs (79.4 kgs) | 175.0 lbs (79.4 kgs) |
| Reach: | 73 in (185 cm) | 72 in (183 cm) |
Start date and time
Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 is taking place on Saturday 22nd February, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. The main card start time is 11 a.m. ET or 8 a.m. PT and 4.00 p.m. in the UK. Bivol vs. Beterbiev will start around 6 p.m. ET and 3 p.m. PT which is 11 p.m. GMT in the UK.
Betting Odds
Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are set to face off in a highly anticipated rematch on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the “Riyadh Season” event titled The Last Crescendo. This fight comes just four months after their first encounter and will once again determine the undisputed light-heavyweight champion, with all four major belts (WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO) on the line.
Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol – Odds
According to Betway, Artur Beterbiev is a slight favorite with odds of 1.80 (-125), while Dmitry Bivol is a narrow underdog at 2.10 (+100). These odds imply a 53% chance of victory for Beterbiev and a 47% chance for Bivol.
The odds have shifted since their first fight in October 2024. Initially, Beterbiev was an underdog in their first bout but emerged victorious via majority decision. Following that win, the odds flipped in his favor for the rematch. Early lines had him at -140, but his odds have slightly shortened to -125 as the fight approaches.
Betting markets suggest that a decision outcome is more likely than a knockout. The over/under for total rounds is set at 10.5, with the Over favored at -186, indicating expectations for another full-distance fight. While Beterbiev is known for his knockout power (95% KO rate), Bivol’s defensive skills and durability make a stoppage less likely.
Their first bout in October 2024 was a contest that saw Artur Beterbiev win by majority decision, handing Dmitry Bivol his first professional loss. The judges scored the fight 115-113 and 116-112 for Beterbiev, with one judge calling it a draw at 114-114. Despite the victory, the result was controversial as many fans and analysts believed Bivol’s cleaner punches and higher accuracy should have secured him the win. However, Beterbiev’s strong finish in the later rounds likely swayed the judges in his favor.
The matchup is a classic clash of styles. Artur Beterbiev is known for his aggression and knockout power, having won 20 of his 21 victories by stoppage. His approach relies on overwhelming opponents with pressure and physicality. Dmitry Bivol, on the other hand, is a technical master who uses footwork and defensive control to dictate fights. His methodical style was evident in his dominant victory over Canelo Alvarez in 2022.
Both fighters have expressed their determination to improve upon their previous performances, with Bivol focusing on maintaining consistency throughout all rounds and Beterbiev aiming to start faster and impose his will earlier.
The boxing community remains divided on predictions for this rematch. While some believe Beterbiev’s power will once again prevail, others argue that Bivol’s tactical adjustments and fresher legs could tip the scales in his favor this time around. Regardless of the outcome, this bout promises another electrifying chapter in one of boxing’s most compelling rivalries.
Tickets
If you are lucky enough to be near Riyadh or plan to attend Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2. at the Kingdom Arena, tickets will be available here.
Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol Trailer
PPV price and Live streams
Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 will be live on DAZN PPV and in the UK you can watch on TNT Sports Box Office.
What is Next after Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2?
The next big boxing event that follows Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 is Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1st in Brooklyn, New York.
