WBO CALLS OUT BETERBIEV: WHAT'S THE TRUTH BEHIND THE INJURY?
The World Boxing Organization (WBO) has demanded light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev to reveal the full extent of his latest injury within the next 10 days. Beterbiev suffered a ruptured meniscus during training, leading to the postponement of his highly anticipated bout against Dmitry Bivol for the undisputed light heavyweight championship.
The fight, originally set for June 1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is now on hold as Beterbiev's recovery timeline remains uncertain. This setback has prompted the WBO to take action, requesting comprehensive medical documentation from Beterbiev to assess his readiness to compete.
In a statement released by Luis Batista Salas, chairman of the WBO Championship Committee, it was made clear that failure to comply with the order will result in Beterbiev forfeiting his rights and facing consequences as per WBO regulations.
Beterbiev, 39, has been plagued by injuries in recent years, with several bouts canceled since 2020. This latest setback poses a significant obstacle in his quest to solidify his legacy in the sport.
The statement, also copied to Bob Arum, Carl Moretti, Jeremy Koegel, and WBO President Francisco Valcárcel, underscores the seriousness of the situation and the urgency for Beterbiev to provide necessary medical information.
This development leaves fans eagerly awaiting updates on Beterbiev's condition and the rescheduling of the highly anticipated championship bout.
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