Dmitry Bivol's Team Protests Fight Outcome

Dmitry Bivol's team, led by manager Vadim Kornilov, plans to file an official protest against the scoring of their recent fight against Artur Beterbiev, which ended in a majority decision victory for Beterbiev. The controversial scorecards included a 116-112 decision by judge Pawel Kardyni, which many, including Bivol's promoter Eddie Hearn, deemed excessive given the close nature of the bout. Kornilov expressed concerns about the integrity of the scoring process, alleging inappropriate relationships between judges and promoters that undermine the sport's professionalism. Despite acknowledging that their protest is unlikely to succeed, Kornilov emphasized the need for accountability among officials. Bivol, who suffered his first professional defeat, echoed Kornilov's sentiments, stressing the destructive impact of such decisions on boxing. Both fighters are expected to have a rematch in the future.