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Demolition Man

Reporters’ star ratings for main events and undercards are based on in-ring entertainment, competitiveness and whether overall expectation was met

NEW YORK, NY

JUNE 18

AFTER completely outclassing in two rounds, the masses have called for to box Dmitry Bivol next on the premise that they are the two best light-heavyweights in the world. While that is certainly a more appealing match than Beterbiev’s proposed encounter with Anthony Yarde, which is scheduled to take place this October, is there anyone out there who would fancy Bivol’s chances? Based on how Beterbiev toyed with Smith before cruelly despatching him, my answer would have to be a resounding no. Besides, Beterbiev is promoted by Top Rank,

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