Turki Alalshikh Reflects On Controversial Decision, Actively Pursuing Rematch Between Artur Beterbiev And Dmitry Bivol

Turki Alalshikh Reflects On Controversial DecisionArtur Beterbiev, Turki Alalshikh, and Dmitry Bivol (Image Credit: Getty Images)
The clash between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol was a battle of undefeated titans and one of the year’s biggest fights. In a thrilling bout earlier today at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Beterbiev claimed victory over Bivol, winning the undisputed light heavyweight title via majority decision. However, the outcome has been seen as controversial by many, sparking widespread reactions on social media. Turki Alalshikh also commented on the decision.

The crowd at the Kingdom Arena witnessed an intense 12-round battle between the two Russian fighters. While fans were thrilled with the fight, some were left dissatisfied with the decision. His Excellency Turki Alalshikh has expressed his desire to arrange a rematch between Beterbiev and Bivol, stating,

“This was one of the great fights of the last 20 years I think, but I don’t think the result was fair, in my opinion. The two fighters are like my brothers, but I think Bivol won two rounds more. I will focus and I will try to do the rematch. If they accept, we will do it.”

By securing this win, Beterbiev claimed the title of the four-belt light heavyweight champion. Bivol, showing sportsmanship, offered no excuses for his defeat and simply congratulated Beterbiev after the bout. Along with Alalshikh, boxing star Ryan Garcia also weighed in on the outcome, sharing his opinion that the decision was unjust.

Ryan Garcia Labels Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol Outcome as Unfair

Many had considered the match to be one of the most highly anticipated in boxing history. However, Right after the result, Garcia began posting about what he saw as an unfair decision, stating that Bivol should have won his fight against Beterbiev this weekend. On X, ‘KingRY‘ posted, “Bivol wins!!!” and later followed up with, “Wow, robbery if you ask me.”

 

This bout is now surrounded by controversy, and a rematch between the two Russian fighters is highly likely. Turki Alalshikh is also making efforts to host the rematch, further increasing the chances. However, it remains uncertain whether Bivol or Beterbiev will agree to the rematch, leaving the future of this fight unclear.