Dmitry Bivol vs. Michael Eifert Title Fight Set for May 30 on DAZN
The Story
Russian Dmitry Bivol faces German Michael Eifert in a 12-round light heavyweight championship bout on May 30, 2026, at UMMC Arena in Yekaterinburg, Russia. The fight, which is available on DAZN for subscribers, is Bivol’s return after 15 months out of the ring due to a back injury.
Key Facts
- Dmitry Bivol (24-1-0) puts his IBF, WBA and WBO light heavyweight titles on the line against Michael Eifert (13-1-0).
- The event begins at 11 a.m. ET / 8 a.m. PT; the main event ringwalk is expected at approximately 2:39 p.m. ET / 11:39 a.m. PT.
- Bivol is returning after 15 months out, having sustained a back injury in February 2025.
- The fight is a premium live event included for DAZN subscribers; subscriptions start at $20.99/month or $49.99/month for the “Ultimate Tier” plan.
- The main card also includes: Vsevolod Shumkov vs. Christian Olivo (featherweight), Mukhammad Shekhov vs. Yerni Betancourt (super bantamweight), Vadim Tukov vs. Sebastian Papeschi (middleweight), and Nikita Zon vs. Nahuel Gonzalo Garcia (super middleweight).
Conflicting Reports
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Still Unclear
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Misconceptions
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Key Figures
- Dmitry Bivol – Russian light heavyweight champion (IBF, WBA, WBO)
- Michael Eifert – German light heavyweight boxer
Sources: Variety
