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Bivol vs. Benavidez: Undisputed Light Heavyweight Clash Brews
3 May
Summary
- Talks started for Dmitry Bivol vs. David Benavidez undisputed championship.
- Both fighters must win their upcoming May bouts to proceed.
- Bivol holds three belts; Benavidez holds the WBC light heavyweight title.
Promoter Eddie Hearn has confirmed that initial discussions are underway for a potential undisputed light heavyweight championship fight between Dmitry Bivol and David Benavidez. This highly anticipated matchup could unify all four major belts in the division.
For this superfight to materialize, both Bivol and Benavidez must first emerge victorious in their scheduled May bouts. Benavidez is set to face Gilberto Ramirez on May 2, while Bivol has a defense against Michael Eifert on May 30. The outcome of these fights will determine if the path to a four-belt unification bout remains open.
Bivol currently holds the WBA, IBF, and WBO light heavyweight titles. Meanwhile, David Benavidez recently claimed the WBC belt in the 175-pound division. A victory for both in their upcoming fights would pave the way for them to meet and contend for undisputed status.
