Lyndon Arthur Predicts Bivol Will Outclass Benavidez in Undisputed Showdown
As the boxing world anticipates a potential clash between Dmitry Bivol and David Benavidez, former Bivol opponent Lyndon Arthur believes Bivol's skill set will prove too much for Benavidez.
Former opponent of Dmitry Bivol, Lyndon Arthur, has weighed in on the potential undisputed light-heavyweight title fight between Bivol and David Benavidez. Arthur, who faced Bivol in December 2023, expressed confidence in Bivol's ability to dominate, stating, "I think Bivol peppers him. As long as he’s the same Bivol that he was and has been, I think he peppers him."
Bivol recently returned to the ring after a 15-month hiatus, defeating Michael Eifert by unanimous decision on May 30, 2026. This victory positions him for a potential showdown with Benavidez, who currently holds the WBC light-heavyweight title but has recently moved up to cruiserweight.
Arthur emphasized Bivol's boxing prowess, noting, "Bivol is too tricky. He loves boxing too much. He flows so fluently when he throws his punches." While acknowledging Benavidez's ferocity, he remains a fan of Bivol's technical skills.
Benavidez's future remains uncertain as he is set to pursue a cruiserweight unification bout against Noel Mikaelian, which could delay any return to the light-heavyweight division. Should the anticipated fight between Bivol and Benavidez materialize, Arthur believes Bivol will have the upper hand based on their previous encounters.
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