It would set up a blockbuster showdown, with Moscow potentially serving as the venue for the third fight between Russian stars Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev. Global governing body IBA's president Umar Kremlev said they are prepared to host the highly anticipated fight. In October 2024, Beterbiev handed Bivol the first loss of his career when he won a majority decision at 41. The victory in Riyadh also made Beterbiev the first four-belt holder at 175lb. But Bivol proved his worth in April,