Brave Performance Against Bivol

Lyndon 'King' Arthur may not have emerged victorious in his bid to dethrone light-heavyweight king Dimitry Bivol, but he gave the Russian champion one of the biggest scares of his reign. The 31-year-old Mancunian put together a brave performance, showcasing his determination and resilience in the ring.

A Body Shot Robs Bivol of Oxygen

Although Bivol ultimately came out on top with a wide decision victory, Arthur managed to rob him of his oxygen with a powerful body shot in round eight. This had the potential to make the Englishman a legend, but the judges scored the fight in favor of Bivol with a unanimous decision of 120-107.

Bivol's Dominance and Arthur's Defense

From the beginning, Bivol displayed his dominance, landing razor-like jabs on Arthur's tattooed torso and bearded chin. But Arthur's defensive skills allowed him to slip out of the way of many shots and protect himself with a high guard. Despite this, Bivol continued to rack up the rounds and increase his chances of securing his 22nd consecutive win.

Arthur's Moments of Brilliance

Arthur had his moments of brilliance throughout the fight, particularly in round six when he landed a crisp one-two and physically dominated in the clinch. He also landed a powerful right hand in round eight that visibly hurt Bivol. Despite facing a barrage of punches in later rounds, Arthur showed resilience and determination, never giving up until the final bell.

A Heroic Effort from Arthur

Although Arthur was eventually knocked down in the final round, he demonstrated his heroism by weathering the storm and bravely continuing to fight. He deserved the applause for his incredible effort against a formidable opponent like Bivol.