Dmitry Bivol has been absent from the boxing ring this summer, despite being active on social media.
What happened?
He vacated his WBC light heavyweight title rather than face David Benavidez, and a potential trilogy fight against Artur Beterbiev is uncertain.
The pair's last fight in Riyadh was billed as “The Last Crescendo,” and it appears that may be the case.
Dmitry Bivol seems in no rush to face Artur Beterbiev again, despite their split record.
Bivol vs Beterbiev Trilogy?
Fans hoping for a third fight between the two are likely to be disappointed this year.
Artur Beterbiev is set to return to the ring on November 22nd, as part of a historic and stacked Riyadh Season card.
Dmitry Bivol's inactivity could be brutal on his career, especially at 31 years old.
Why it matters for Dmitry Bivol
His next 18 months will define not only what he has achieved, but which way his own towering legacy will lean.
Dmitry Bivol has achieved much, with a record of 24-1 and 12 KOs.
But his legacy is at a crossroads, and he must decide what's next.
What comes next?
Floyd Mayweather was widely criticized for “aging out” Manny Pacquiao, and Artur Beterbiev's camp worries Dmitry Bivol is trying to do something similar.
Dmitry Bivol must make a decision soon, or risk losing his momentum and legacy.
And with Artur Beterbiev turning 41 in January, time is of the essence.
So the question remains, what's next for Dmitry Bivol?
But one thing is certain, his next 18 months will be crucial in defining his boxing legacy.
Dmitry Bivol's fans are eagerly waiting to see what he will do next.
As Joseph Hammond, a veteran sports journalist, noted, Dmitry Bivol's legacy is at a tipping point.
"The Latest Boxing News" will continue to follow Dmitry Bivol's career and provide updates on his future fights.
Dmitry Bivol's story is far from over, and his next move will be crucial in determining his legacy.