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Beterbiev vs Bivol Odds & Picks: An Epic Rematch

The rematch is booked, and Artur Beterbiev is a -125 favorite vs Dmitry Bivol, the +100 underdog, in a fight scheduled for Feb. 22, 2025. 

Beterbiev and Bivol fought for an epic 12 rounds in October, with Beterbiev coming out victorious via unanimous decision. Artur was the underdog in their first fight, and now the Beterbiev vs Bivol odds have flipped for the rematch, with Beterbiev as a narrow favorite. 

Beterbiev vs Bivol Odds

FighterOdds
Artur Beterbiev-125
Dmitry Bivol+100

Odds as of December 4

Using our odds calculator, Beterbiev's favorite status means a $100 bet on him pays out $180. The same bet $100 bet on Bivol pays out $200.

How To Bet Bivol

Bivol has yet another uphill battle after losing the first fight by decision. The underdog's defense is unmatched, though he got put on wobbly legs in Round 7 and reverted to pure defense, shelling up and conceding the round. That moment foreshadows how I think things will change in the second fight.

I anticipate Beterbiev doing more headhunting. It's not like Bivol has insane power, so count on the Beterbiev to open things up a bit more in February. And with Beterbiev upping the heat on his punches, Bivol's technicality will only be more important. At the end of the day, I'd prefer to take him outright at even money, as that keeps me from being greedy. Bivol may win by KO, but I wouldn't consider it likely. Still, I'm less certain about a decision win (from either guy) this time.

How to Bet Beterbiev

While it's hard to believe Beterbiev will be 40 years old come fight night, he deserves his slight chalk status in this fight. The Russian-Canadian cracked the code to Bivol's rock-solid defense in the first fight, and it'll be another tall task for him to dance with his opponent for another 12 rounds. The mental toll might be too much to bear. That's why I like the idea of betting Beterbiev by KO (+187). 

I still think Beterbiev outright is a respectable play, but there is a good chance this fight ends early. Beterbiev got Bivol on shaky legs last time, proving that a KO is possible. 

Beterbiev vs Bivol Pick

The first Beterbiev-Bivol fight was so much fun. Both fighters showed plenty of strength. Bivol flexed a great chin in the second half of the fight, and Beterbiev exercised patience before pushing hard in the later rounds. In the end, I'll play it safe and put my money on Beterbiev (-125) to win

Pick: Beterbiev to win (-125)

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