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Dmitry Bivol Defends Title Against Malik Zinad on June 1

2026-06-25 · Dmitry Bivol · Match Report

Dmitry Bivol defends his IBF light heavyweight title against Malik Zinad on June 1. Bivol is a massive -2,500 favorite, with Zinad a +1,200 underdog.

What's at Stake?

Dmitry Bivol was originally set to face Artur Beterbiev for the undisputed light heavyweight title. But an injury will sideline Beterbiev until the fall.

Fight Analysis

Bivol is a disciplined and mechanical fighter. He has nothing to worry about against Zinad, who is wildly unproven and taking a massive step up in class.

Opponent Profile

Malik Zinad has decent hand speed and stopping power. He also has a good technical base, but he loads up all his power shots, making him vulnerable to Bivol's counterattacks.

Dmitry Bivol doesn't take any risks and will likely methodically box his way past Zinad. He will secure his fall showdown with Beterbiev.

Prediction

Bivol will win by points or decision, as he is not a puncher and is happy to carry a fighter the whole way through. Zinad will be busy enough to make Bivol work in the early rounds, but Bivol's experience and subtle defensive movements will be too much for him.

Dmitry Bivol's fight against Malik Zinad is on June 1. The event will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Best Bet

The best bet is Dmitry Bivol to win by points or decision at +125. This is because Bivol is a calculated fighter who will likely win by decision, given his style and Zinad's limitations.

The odds for the fight are courtesy of FanDuel as of June 1. Dmitry Bivol is a massive favorite, and the outcome of the fight is almost certain.

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