by Oscar Cabrera, Boxing Contributor

In what promises to be a fight for the ages, Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol will clash for the undisputed light-heavyweight crown this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This historic showdown will unify the WBO, WBA, IBF, and WBC titles—an achievement not seen in the division since 1999. Beterbiev, the 39-year-old knockout machine with a perfect 20-0 record (all wins by KO), faces his toughest challenge yet in the undefeated Dmitry Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs).

Known for his precision and ring IQ, Bivol carries the WBA (Super) and IBO titles into this bout, aiming to dethrone the fearsome Beterbiev and claim light-heavyweight supremacy. The stage is set for a thrilling contest between two of the best in the sport, with the first bell at Kingdom Arena expected to ring around 6 p.m. ET.

Beterbiev, the reigning knockout king of the division, has an unbroken streak of stoppages since turning professional in 2013. His devastating power has seen him dominate every opponent, most recently Callum Smith in January, where he secured a TKO in the seventh round. Bivol, 33, offers a completely different challenge, relying on his superior boxing skills and calculated approach.

Having defended his WBA (Super) title with a knockout of Malik Zinad in June, Bivol will look to outsmart Beterbiev with his movement and tactical precision. The contrast in styles—Beterbiev’s ferocious aggression versus Bivol’s technical brilliance—makes this fight a must-watch for boxing fans around the world.

This matchup not only promises high drama but also a significant moment in boxing history, as the winner will become the undisputed light-heavyweight champion. Beterbiev’s relentless pressure and knockout power will be tested by Bivol’s calm under fire and ability to control distance.

Will Beterbiev maintain his perfect knockout record, or will Bivol use his ring savvy to conquer the most dangerous puncher in the sport? With both fighters undefeated and determined to unify the division, this showdown in Saudi Arabia is destined to be one for the history books.