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Dmitry Bivol

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Height / weight1.83 m / 79 kg
Born18 Dec 1990 (35 years)
Nationality🏳️Russian Federation
NicknameThe Beast

Dmitry Bivol is a Russian professional boxer who reigns as the undisputed light-heavyweight world champion. A master technician, he is recognized for his long tenure as the WBA champion and was widely named the 2022 Fighter of the Year.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Dmitry Yuryevich Bivol was born on December 18, 1990, in Tokmok, Kirghiz SSR, Soviet Union (now Kyrgyzstan). The Russian champion stands 183 cm tall, with his wingspan measuring the same as his height.

He has competed exclusively in the light-heavyweight division throughout his professional run. Bivol is regarded as one of the most fundamentally sound boxers in the sport, known for his masterful footwork, powerful jab, and defensive prowess from an orthodox position.

Born in the former Kirghiz SSR to a Moldovan father and a Korean mother, Bivol began boxing at a young age and now resides in Saint Petersburg.

Career

Bivol launched his professional campaign in 2014 after a decorated amateur run that saw him win over 250 fights and capture a gold medal at the 2013 World Combat Games. He quickly ascended the professional ranks, securing the WBA interim title in just his seventh fight.

His long reign as the full WBA champion was defined by a rivalry with pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez. In May 2022, Bivol put on a boxing masterclass, dominating the Mexican superstar to win a clear decision in a major upset.

This victory earned him universal acclaim, including Fighter of the Year awards from The Ring magazine and the Boxing Writers Association of America. He followed this with another masterful win over the undefeated former champion Gilberto Ramírez.

His quest for ultimate supremacy culminated in a historic showdown with fellow undefeated champion Artur Beterbiev. In a highly anticipated clash in February 2025, Bivol defeated Beterbiev to unify all four major belts and become the undisputed light-heavyweight king.

Career Record:

Total - 25

Wins – 24

  • By knockout - 12
  • By decision - 12

Losses – 1

  • By knockout - 0
  • By decision - 1

Draws - 0

Medal Record

  • 2013 - World Combat Games, Men’s Light Heavyweight, Gold
  • 2013 - Summer Universiade, Men’s Light Heavyweight, Bronze
  • 2008 - Youth World Championships, Men’s Middleweight, Bronze

Dmitry Bivol FAQ

Where is Dmitry Bivol from?

Dmitry Bivol was born in Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan (formerly Kirghiz SSR, Soviet Union).

How many world titles has Dmitry Bivol won?

Bivol has won all four major world titles (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO) to become the undisputed light-heavyweight champion of the world.

What is Dmitry Bivol's professional record?

His professional boxing record is 24 wins and 1 loss.