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Watch undefeated rivals Bivol and Ramirez come face to face for the WBA Light Heavyweight world title in Abu Dhabi, Live & Exclusive on STARZPLAY Sports

This Saturday, undefeated light-heavyweight boxers Dmitry Bivol and Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez will fight for the WBA Light Heavyweight world title live and Exclusive on STARZPLAY Sports

Champion Dmitry Bivol will step into the ring at the Etihad Stadium, Abu Dhabi looking to back up his upset victory over Canelo Alvarez against Gilberto Ramirez.

Bivol has an undefeated record of 20 wins, 0 draws, 11 of those wind coming by the way of knockout. Bivol defended his WBA (Super) title against the great Canelo Alvarez with a stunning display in their huge clash in May.

Now, the 31-year-old Russian is ready for another mandatory defense, this time against ‘Golden Southpaw’ Ramirez.

The Mexican makes his way to the ring with an unblemished record of 44 wins and 0 draws, with 30 of those by knock out.

Ramirez is a former WBO super middleweight champion and will now be looking to pull off a shock win against Bivol. The stats suggest Ramirez has advantage in power over Bivol, with a 68% knock out percentage over Bivol’s 55%.

This fight has all the ingredients to be a classic and is sure to spark some fireworks in the ring and STAZPLAY Sports will bring you all the action from Abu Dhabi live and exclusive.

When and where to watch?

Fight: Dmitry Bivol V Gilberto ‘Zurdo’ Ramirez

Date and Time: Saturday November the 5th, 8:30PM KSA | 9:30PM UAE

Where to watch live: https://starzplay.com/sports

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