Dmitry Yuryevich Bivol is a Russian professional boxer who has held the World Boxing Association (WBA) (Super version) light heavyweight title since 2017 and the International Boxing Organization (IBO) title since 2023. His journey began in Kyrgyzstan, where he took up boxing at the age of six. Bivol’s amateur record was an astonishing 268-15, and he won gold medals at various championships, including the 2013 World Combat Games.
In 2014, he turned pro and started his career with six wins via knockout. Bivol has demonstrated exceptional technical skill and consistent performances throughout his career, maintaining an undefeated record with 22 victories. As of 2024, he is considered as one of the world's top pound-for-pound boxers, consistently ranked near the top by major outlets such as The Ring, ESPN, and BoxRec. His next fight is set for June 1, 2024, against Malik Zinad in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
In his last fight, The Russian pugilist faced off against Lyndon Arthur on December 23, 2023, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match went the distance, lasting 12 rounds. Bivol flaunted his technical superiority, dominating with a combination of precise jabs, front-foot pressure, and effective counterpunching. Ultimately, he secured a unanimous decision victory.
Dmitry Bivol Ethnicity
Dmitry Bivol is of mixed ethnicity with a heritage that includes both Russian and Korean roots. His father was born in the Moldavian SSR, while his mother is a Korean born in the Kazakh SSR. Dmitry’s parents moved to Kirghiz SSR after graduating and marrying. He was born and raised in Kyrgyzstan until the age of 11 when he moved to Saint Petersburg, Russia. So, his heritage includes both Russian and Korean roots.
Dmitry Bivol Nationality
Dmitry Bivol was born in the area that is now classified as Kyrgyzstan but moved to Saint Petersburg, Russia, at the age of 11. This means that his heritage spans Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, and Korea, but he is a Russian citizen.
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Dmitry Bivol Amateur Career
Dmitry Bivol has enjoyed a very accomplished amateur career. He began boxing at the age of six in Tokmak, Kyrgyzstan. As a naturally bigger kid, he gained confidence by defeating older opponents in his amateur bouts. Bivol’s achievements include two world championships at the junior (U-17) level and a bronze medal at the 2008 AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships in the middleweight division.
He also won the Russian national amateur boxing championships in 2012 and 2014 as a light heavyweight. His remarkable amateur record stands at 268 wins and just 15 losses (268-15).
Last Updated On May 23, 2024
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A. Dmitry Bivol is of both Russian and Korean ethnicity.
A. Dmitry Bivol hails from Tokmok, Kirghiz SSR, Soviet Union (now Kyrgyzstan).
A. Yes, Dmitry Bivol is of mixed ethnicity with his roots tracing back to Korea but he is a citizen of Russia.
A. Dmitry Bivol holds an undefeated professional boxing record of 22 wins (22-0-0)
A. Dmitry Bivol is currently 33 years old as he was born on December 18, 1990.
A. Dmitry Bivol made his professional debut in 2014.
