Dmitry Bivol may emerge as the world's best fighter after his 175lbs undisputed bout against Artur Beterbiev on Saturday.
Bivol will clash with Beterbiev in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What happened?
Raul Marquez, a former junior middleweight titleholder and boxing analyst, believes Bivol could become the top fighter.
Marquez will broadcast Gabriel Flores Jnr's fight against Dennis Contreras in Stockton, California.
Why it matters for Dmitry Bivol
Marquez thinks the winner of the Bivol-Beterbiev fight will be the best fighter.
He believes Bivol will keep Beterbiev away and win the fight.
What comes next?
Bivol has held the WBA title for seven years and has been criticized for a perceived lack of power.
Beterbiev has won all of his bouts by knockout.
Bivol's 2022 unanimous decision win over Saul "Canelo" Alvarez proves his skill, says Marquez.
A win on Saturday would cement Bivol's legacy.
Marquez dismissed the notion that Bivol is a defensive, passive fighter.
Bivol creates action fights and is powerful, says Marquez.
Bivol is 33 years old and has a record of 23-0, 12 KOs.
Beterbiev is 39 years old and has a record of 20-0, 20 KOs.
The fight between Bivol and Beterbiev is considered the most significant light heavyweight matchup since Andre Ward faced Sergey Kovalev.
Marquez thinks it's a 50-50 fight, but believes Bivol will win.
Bivol's victory would elevate him to the top spot in the sport, says Marquez.
He loves Bivol's style and thinks he's exciting to watch.
Marquez cited Bivol's skill and power as reasons why he will win the fight.
Bivol's ability to control distance and hurt his opponents makes him a well-rounded fighter.
The fight between Bivol and Beterbiev will take place on Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The winner will be considered the best fighter in the world, says Marquez.
Bivol's legacy is on the line in this fight, says Marquez.
A win would cement his place as one of the best fighters in the world.
Marquez believes Bivol has what it takes to become the best fighter.
He thinks Bivol's skills and abilities make him a formidable opponent.
The fight between Bivol and Beterbiev is highly anticipated, says Marquez.
It will be a great matchup between two of the best fighters in the world.
Bivol is ready for the fight, says Marquez.
He has been training hard and is confident in his abilities.
The outcome of the fight is uncertain, says Marquez.
But he believes Bivol has what it takes to win.
Bivol's fans are excited for the fight, says Marquez.
They believe he has what it takes to become the best fighter in the world.
The fight between Bivol and Beterbiev will be a great matchup, says Marquez.
It will be a fight to remember, with two of the best fighters in the world facing off.