The International Boxing Association (IBA) has been attempting to secure a trilogy fight between the light heavyweight champions, Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev, but to no avail. Despite offering Bivol double the amount he received in their previous fights, the Russian boxer has declined, leaving the IBA president, Umar Kremlev, frustrated and determined to make the fight happen.
The first two fights between Bivol and Beterbiev were highly contested, with Beterbiev winning the first by majority decision and Bivol taking the rematch. However, Bivol's decision to vacate his WBC title and his recent back surgery have seemingly put the trilogy on hold. Bivol's team is reportedly exploring other opportunities, which has led to a stalemate.
Kremlev believes that Bivol is ready for the fight but his team is being cautious. He suggests that Bivol's team is looking for other options in the market, which is a common occurrence in boxing. However, Kremlev remains confident that a resolution can be found and the fight will take place.
The IBA has made several lucrative offers, including doubling the amount Bivol received in previous fights, and even offering Beterbiev to fight for free. Despite these efforts, Bivol's team has not accepted the offer, leaving Kremlev to continue his pursuit of making the trilogy a reality.
The situation highlights the complexities of boxing negotiations and the challenges of securing high-profile fights. While Bivol's team may be exploring other options, Kremlev's persistence and commitment to making the fight happen are commendable. The world of boxing awaits the outcome of these negotiations, as the trilogy fight between these two champions would undoubtedly be a highly anticipated event.
