Beterbiev vs Bivol and Dubios vs Parker- One Of The Most Stacked Boxing Events Ever
Riyadh Season 2024 continues to make waves in the boxing world, presenting a stacked fight card on 22 February 2025. that is sure to captivate fans globally. Headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, the event also boasts a co-main event featuring Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker, along with an exciting undercard featuring top-tier fighters.
Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol
The rematch between Artur Beterbiev (21-0, 20 KOs) and Dmitry Bivol (23-1, 11 KOs) comes after their thrilling first encounter. In their initial fight, Beterbiev secured a hard-fought victory via a majority decision, becoming the first unified four-belt champion in the light-heavyweight division. This bout, however, left fans divided, with many believing the fight to be extremely close. For the rematch, Beterbiev will aim to secure victory once again, having previously called out social media star turned boxer Jake Paul.
Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker
In the co-main event, Britain’s Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) faces New Zealand’s Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). Dubois, defending his title and hot off a comprhensive victory vs Anthony Joshua will face a formidable opponent in Parker, whose recent wins over Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang have cemented his title challenge. Dubois also was one of the many fighters to call out Jake Paul. This fight however will prove to be a test for the World Heavyweight champion.
The Undercard
The undercard features compelling matchups, underscoring Riyadh Season’s commitment to showcasing elite talent: Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis: A welterweight showdown between two undefeated powerhouses promises action and high stakes. Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Carlos Adames: Sheeraz, one of Britain’s rising stars, faces the hard-hitting Adames in a middleweight bout with championship implications. Zhilei Zhang vs. Agit Kabayel: This heavyweight clash pits Zhang, known for his knockout power, against Kabayel, an undefeated technician. Shakur Stevenson vs. Floyd Schofield: A battle between two dynamic young fighters in the lightweight division adds even more intrigue to the evening.
Organised under the leadership of Turki Alalshikh, these events have consistently delivered world-class matchups. With Beterbiev vs. Bivol II as the crown jewel, the February 22 fight night is shaping up to be one of 2025’s premier boxing spectacles. With some even calling it the best ever boxing event.
