Dmitry Bivol, the reigning lightweight hero, intends to make his first appearance in the ring in 2026. The Russian expressed his desire to regain his position of unquestioned hero of the sector after recovering from back surgery.

Dmitry Bivol mentioned David Benavidez and Artur Beterbiev as his primary goals for the year in an appointment with The Ring. The Russian wrestler wants to win the Mexican-American fighter's current WBC title.

The Road to Cruiserweight

Dmitry Bivol's exercise may resume in May with a required IBF title protection against Michael Eifert. Following the six months of inactivity brought on by the preceding surgery, this fight may serve to evaluate his actual condition.

" I feel stronger," I said. I'm hoping to be able to return to the circle in May, said Dmitry Bivol in reference to his strength training. The performer confirmed that the athlete's body is responding to the task at hand.

New Challenges and Weight Groups on the Horizon

Moving up to the cruiserweight section in search of new names is one of the options Denis Bivol is considering. This increase in interest will increase with Benavidez, who is also considering moving up to 200 lbs in the near future. If Dmitry Bivol has the chance to get a different belt, the athlete reiterated that he is open to fighting in other weight classes. His team intends to finalize the required agreements once his necessary title defense is finished.

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