Dmitry Bivol shuts out Michael Eifert in return, what comes next?

Dmitry Bivol successfully defended his IBF and WBA light heavyweight titles on May 30, 2026, in Yekaterinburg, Russia, defeating mandatory challenger Michael Eifert by a unanimous decision with scores of 120-107 on all three judges' scorecards. Bivol dominated the fight from start to finish, scoring a first-round knockdown with a left hook. The easy victory has prompted discussion about what high-profile matchup Bivol should pursue next.