Artur Beterbiev Wins Controversial Light Heavyweight Title

Artur Beterbiev triumphed over Dmitry Bivol by majority decision to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion, a title last held by Roy Jones Jr. in 2000. The judges scored the fight 115-113, 116-112, and 114-114 in favor of Beterbiev, despite many fans and pundits believing Bivol deserved the win. The match was marked by intense exchanges, with Bivol initially taking control before Beterbiev's relentless pressure turned the tide. Post-fight reactions were highly critical of the decision, with accusations of a 'robbery' and widespread disappointment among Bivol's supporters and boxing commentators alike. Bivol's promoter, Eddie Hearn, expressed outrage at the scoring, particularly the 116-112 card, labeling it 'disgusting'. Despite the controversy, Beterbiev's victory cements his status in boxing's four-belt era.