Dmitry Bivol, a Russian boxer, has held the undisputed light heavyweight championship since February 2025, while David Benavidez, an American boxer, recently won the WBA light heavyweight title in February 2025, setting the stage for their potential summer fight.
The World Boxing Council ordered Bivol to face Benavidez, its No. 1 contender, earlier this week, fueling speculation about a unification bout for the undisputed light heavyweight title.
Matchroom and Premier Boxing Champions are reportedly close to finalizing the fight, which could crown the division’s supreme champion and draw significant attention in the boxing world.