JAKARTA - The true lightweight world champion from Russia, Dmitry Bivol, managed to retain the IBF version belt after winning a total of 12 rounds against German boxer Michael Eifert. Their duel was held in Ekaterinburg, Russia on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
This is his first appearance since he last stepped into the ring in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 22, 2025. At that time, Bivol won the figure over his true rival, fellow Russian boxer Artur Beterbiev.
The fight against Eifert seemed to be short-lived, after the German boxer was knocked down in the 1st round. However, Eifert was able to get up and continue the fight until the 12th round ended.
The three judges gave an absolute victory of 120-107 to Bivol (35), who now has a record of 25-1 (12 KO). Meanwhile, Eifert's (28) fighting record increased with his second defeat, making it 13-2 (5 KO).
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