In the aftermath of his controversial loss to Artur Beterbiev, Dmitry Bivol addressed the question of whether Beterbiev hits as hard as everyone claims. Bivol, sporting a visibly swollen eye, responded with “It’s hard, but not as [hard] as people are describing. Yeah, it’s hard, you see my eye. He landed a lot of punches on my left hand, through my hand. You see the bruises. He [hits] hard but we can handle these hard punches.”
Dmitry Bivol Acknowledges Artur Beterbiev’s Power
The fight, which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ended in a split-decision victory for Beterbiev, making him the undisputed light heavyweight champion. Bivol, who had never been knocked out before, acknowledged Beterbiev’s power but felt that he had done enough to secure a victory himself.
The close nature of the bout and the split decision have led to heated debates among fans and analysts, with many questioning the judges’ scoring. Bivol’s response highlights the physical toll the fight took on him and underscores Beterbiev’s formidable punching power.
As the MMA community continues to discuss the fight, Bivol’s words serve as a reminder of the intense competition and the high stakes involved in the world of professional boxing.
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