“I’m waiting for one person to be discharged from sick leave.” Beterbiev – about the trilogy with Bivol

Russian Artur Beterbiev said that for him holding a trilogy with compatriot Dmitry Bivol is the highest priority.

The 40-year-old Beterbiev has 21 wins and one loss in the professional ring. In his last fight in February, the Russian lost in rematch to compatriot Dmitry Bivol and lost the title of absolute world champion. In October 2024, Beterbiev defeated Bivol. On November 22 in Riyadh, Beterbiev was scheduled to fight with American Deon Nicholson, which ultimately did not take place. Bivol previously announced that he had undergone back surgery.

“Everything is fine with me, I live a normal life.” When is the fight? I’m waiting while one person is on sick leave. Until he is discharged from sick leave.

— And this man is from St. Petersburg?

– Yes, yes. Although he seems to be living in Kyrgyzstan now. Don’t know.

— Is another fight being considered?

— I would first like to complete the trilogy, and then look at other directions. Regarding the timing (of the next fight), I do not have clear information and clarity.

— You were supposed to have a fight with the American Nicholson on November 22, but it was cancelled. What’s happened?

– I don’t know either. This is not a question for me.

– Now you are a free agent. Have you had any offers from other promotion companies?

— There are proposals. But why do I need promoters now? They are needed when you start your career, to guide you. Now why do I need this? The main thing for me is that they make a trilogy first. That’s all! — a Match TV correspondent reports Beterbiev’s words.

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