Dmitry Bivol Dominates with Skill, Says Lyndon Arthur

Dmitry Bivol is too tricky for David Benavidez, according to Lyndon Arthur, who lost to Bivol in December 2023.

What happened?

Bivol returned to action on May 30, defeating Michael Eifert by unanimous decision in Russia. The victory kept him on course for a potential showdown with Benavidez, who currently holds the WBC light heavyweight title.

Why it matters for Dmitry Bivol

Arthur believes Bivol's style would be difficult for Benavidez to overcome, saying Bivol peppers him with punches. Bivol's movement, timing, and combination punching have been too much for several contenders, including Arthur.

What comes next?

Benavidez moved up to cruiserweight last month and captured the WBA and WBO titles with a stoppage victory over Gilberto Ramirez. If Benavidez remains at cruiserweight, Bivol may be forced to look elsewhere for his next defense. But should the two champions eventually meet, Arthur believes the edge belongs to Bivol. Bivol's fluency when throwing punches makes him a formidable opponent. Arthur became one of several contenders unable to solve Bivol's movement and timing. The potential showdown between Bivol and Benavidez is still uncertain, with Benavidez in line for a cruiserweight unification bout against Noel Mikaelian. As of June 23, 2026, Bivol remains the unified light heavyweight champion, with a recent victory over Michael Eifert. Bivol's skill and experience make him a strong contender in the light heavyweight division. The boxing world awaits a potential matchup between Bivol and Benavidez, with Arthur predicting a tough fight for Benavidez.