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Bivol to defend light-heavyweight titles against Smith in December
Russia's Dmitry Bivol will put his light-heavyweight world championships on the line against Britain's Callum Smith in Yekaterinburg on December 12, promoter Matchroom Boxing announced Monday.
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The defending champion Bivol is set to face the British challenger in what shapes as a significant test of his dominance in the light-heavyweight division. The bout will take place in Russia's fourth-largest city, giving Bivol home advantage as he seeks to retain his titles against Smith's challenge.
Smith, a former super-middleweight title holder, moves up in weight to pursue gold in the light-heavyweight ranks. The bout represents a career-defining opportunity for the British boxer to claim world honours at a new weight class.
The December 12 date marks another major title defence for Bivol, who has established himself as one of boxing's premier champions. The matchup between the Russian titleholder and the British challenger is expected to draw significant interest from boxing fans across Europe and beyond.
Matchroom Boxing's announcement confirms the bout as part of its winter slate of high-profile fights. The promotion has positioned the clash as a marquee event showcasing top-tier talent in the light-heavyweight division.