The Last Crescendo: Riyadh Season’s Epic Boxing Night Set too Make History
Boxing fans around the world are gearing up for what promises to be one of the most electrifying nights in the sport’s history. On Saturday,February 22nd,the ANB Arena in Riyadh will host The Last crescendo,a star-studded event featuring some of the biggest names in boxing. This spectacle is part of the ongoing Riyadh Season, which continues to solidify Saudi Arabia’s position as a global hub for sports adn entertainment.
The highlight of the evening will be the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol for the absolute world light heavyweight championship title. The two champions last faced off in October 2024 during the opening of the Riyadh Season, where Beterbiev emerged victorious with a majority decision. Beterbiev, who remains undefeated, has been diligently preparing for this fight. “My training camp is going well, and I’m doing my best to prepare in the best way possible,” he said during a press conference held at the Outernet Hall in London.
Bivol, on the other hand, is determined to reclaim his glory. “I am focused on the February 22 fight,” he stated, expressing gratitude to Advisor Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), and the organizers of the Riyadh Season. “I will come to Saudi Arabia to achieve my destiny,” he added.
The event will also feature a heavyweight showdown between Daniel Dubois and Joseph Parker. Dubois, the International Boxing Federation heavyweight world champion, is eager to defend his title after his stunning knockout victory over Anthony Joshua in September 2024. “this year will be the year of proving my worth as the best heavyweight boxer,” dubois declared. Parker, a former World Boxing Organization champion, is equally prepared. “I am in the best physical and mental condition of my life,” he said, crediting his coaches Andy Lee and George Lockhart for his rigorous planning.
Adding to the excitement, Carlos Adamis will face Hamza Shiraz for the World Boxing Council middleweight title. Shiraz,who secured three knockout victories in 2024,is a formidable opponent. Simultaneously occurring, Jili Zhang, fresh off his knockout win over Deontay Wilder, will take on the undefeated Agit Kapayel for the interim World Boxing Council heavyweight title.
The card also includes a clash between Virgil Ortiz Jr. and Israel madrimov for the interim light middleweight world title, as well as Shakir Stevenson defending his light middleweight title against floyd Schofield. British fighters Joshua Buatsi and Calem Smith will battle for Buatsi’s interim light heavyweight title,while rising Saudi stars Ziad Al-Mayouf and Muhammad Al-Aql will showcase their skills in two yet-to-be-announced matchups.
This event is not just a night of boxing; it’s a celebration of the sport’s global appeal. With champions from around the world converging in Riyadh, The Last Crescendo is set to be a historic evening that cements the saudi capital’s status as a premier destination for world-class entertainment.
| Key Fights | Details |
|————————————|—————————————————————————–|
| Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol | Rematch for the absolute world light heavyweight championship title |
| Daniel Dubois vs. Joseph Parker | IBF heavyweight world championship defense |
| Carlos Adamis vs.Hamza Shiraz | WBC middleweight title fight |
| Jili Zhang vs.Agit Kapayel | Interim WBC heavyweight title fight |
| Virgil Ortiz Jr. vs. Israel Madrimov | Interim light middleweight world title fight |
| Shakir Stevenson vs. Floyd Schofield | Light middleweight world title defense |
| Joshua Buatsi vs. Calem Smith | Interim light heavyweight title fight |
Don’t miss this unforgettable night of boxing. tune in to witness history in the making as the Riyadh Season delivers yet another stunning event.
