Following his sensational victory over Canelo Alvarez in May of last year. Dmitry Bivol and his manager Vadim Kornilov were totally open to the notion of a rematch with the Mexican superstar, this time though in the super-middleweight class.
While Alvarez has indicated an interest in a rematch, Bivol’s management recently restated Bivol’s stance that he took immediately after the Russian fighter defeated Alvarez in the ring.
According to Kornilov, Bivol may be willing to step into the ring with Alvarez again in September 2023, but some conditions must be met. According to Kornilov, Bivol needs a convincing cause to face Canelo again.
168 or Bust: Bivol’s Demands for a Rematch with Canelo Alvarez Revealed!
The manager of Dmitry Bivol reveals demands a rematch with Canelo Alvarez at 168 lbs. Given that Bivol has previously defeated Alvarez in an exciting fight, Kornilov admits that finding a convincing reason for Bivol to meet the former world light-heavyweight champion again has been difficult.
“To be honest, I don’t really understand why Bivol would want to do it. I mean Bivol already beat him. He’s not as motivated [as before]. It’s not really that big of a challenge,” Kornilov, Bivol’s manager, stated in a recent interview with Little Giant Boxing.
However, Kornilov hinted at certain terms that Bivol’s team has in mind, keeping the prospect of a Bivol vs. Alvarez II alive. “One of those terms right now is Bivol wants to fight him at 168,” he proclaimed. “It’s enticing for him to put all the titles on the line,” he added.
The Rematch Rumble: Bivol vs. Alvarez Saga Continues to Heat Up
As fight fans eagerly await the outcome of Alvarez’s upcoming bout and Bivol’s decision on a potential rematch, the anticipation continues to build. Meanwhile, Alvarez is currently focused on his upcoming bout against John Ryder on May 6th.
While Alvarez has expressed interest in a rematch with Bivol, some fans have been clamoring for a showdown between Alvarez and David Benavidez. Only time will tell if Bivol and Alvarez will step into the ring for a second epic showdown.”
But one thing is certain, the struggle for the rematch is heating up, and combat sports fans all around the world are anxiously anticipating the next chapter in the great drama of Bivol vs. Alvarez.
