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Artur Beterbiev, the current WBC, WBO, and IBF champion, is set to go head-to-head with WBA titleholder Dmitry Bivol in a highly anticipated matchup for the undisputed light heavyweight championship this Saturday night at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This historic bout will mark the first time in the four-belt era that the 175-pound straps will be unified by a single champion.

Boxing fans around the world can catch all the action live as the event will be streamed on the ESPN+ digital network starting at 6 p.m. ET. The excitement and anticipation for this fight have been building, with both fighters expressing their eagerness to step into the ring and showcase their skills.

During the Grand Arrivals in Riyadh, Bivol shared his thoughts on the upcoming showdown, calling it a “dream fight” for all fighters. He acknowledged the significance of this opportunity, highlighting that many great fighters never had the chance to compete in a unification bout like this. Bivol emphasized the hard work and dedication he has put into his training, emphasizing that now is the time to deliver in the ring.

The clash between Beterbiev and Bivol is expected to be a battle of contrasting styles, with both boxers boasting undefeated records. The anticipation for this matchup has been years in the making, and fans are eagerly awaiting to see these two elite fighters go toe-to-toe in the ring.

As the countdown to fight night begins, the boxing world is buzzing with excitement over this historic event. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage on this epic showdown between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol as they vie for the undisputed light heavyweight championship.