Bivol returns from surgery, dominates Eifert to retain unified light heavyweight titles
Dmitry Bivol returned to the ring after a 15-month hiatus due to back surgery, successfully defending his unified light heavyweight titles against Michael Eifert. Bivol dominated the fight, winning all 12 rounds with a unanimous decision of 120-107 from the judges. This victory solidifies his position at the top of the light heavyweight division as he looks ahead to potential future matchups.
- ▪Dmitry Bivol won his fight against Michael Eifert by unanimous decision, with all judges scoring it 120-107.
- ▪This was Bivol's first fight in Russia since 2021, marking a significant homecoming for the champion.
- ▪Bivol's victory comes after a 15-month layoff due to surgery for a herniated disc.
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