Bivol says that Beterbiev is “really dangerous” but is confident of victory

WBA and IBO light-heavyweight champion Dmitrii Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs) says Artur Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) is very dangerous opponent but he is confident of a victory on Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Bivol will fight Beterbiev, IBF, WBC and WBO champion for undisputed title in light-heavyweight division.

“Always when I’m going to the ring I’m trying to think that this is the most dangerous opponent in my career, and he is really like this. He’s really dangerous and it makes me more excited to be honest. Your level, your enemies, the level of your challenges, shows your level also”, Bivol said in an interview for “Sky Sports”.

“We will see,” he said echoing his great rival. “October 12, it will be my show.”

Beterbiev also is confident of victory.

  “I’m preparing for a good fight,” he added. “We’ll see. Be ready. I will be, too.”