Here we have compiled the results of The Last Crescendo from the main event to the full undercard.
The Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia became boxing’s epicenter as it hosted one of the most stacked cards in recent memory. Seven fights, featuring some of boxing‘s biggest names, turned what seemed like an ambitious plan into a night for the history books. Saudi Arabia has been making waves in boxing lately, with massive events like Fury vs. Ngannou and Joshua vs. Wilder putting the Kingdom on the combat sports map.
Here we have compiled the results of The Last Crescendo from the main event to the full undercard.
The spotlight shone brightest on the main event of The Last Crescendo, where Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev battled for undisputed light heavyweight supremacy. Bivol started strong, using his footwork to frustrate the normally dominant Beterbiev. The middle rounds saw a dramatic shift as Beterbiev’s pressure started paying dividends. His heavy hands found their mark, and for a moment, it looked like Bivol might crumble under the assault.
But boxing fans know Bivol’s heart. It is the same one that helped him upset Canelo Alvarez. He turned the fight on its head from round eight onwards, putting together beautiful combinations that had Beterbiev backing up. The championship rounds were pure drama, with both fighters throwing everything they had.
BRILLIANT BIVOL IS UNDISPUTED AT 175LBS! 🤩#BeterbievBivol2 | #RiyadhSeason | @Turki_alalshikh pic.twitter.com/TLJdyZ9RGY
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) February 22, 2025
When the dust settled, Dmitry Bivol’s late surge earned him a majority decision and all the belts. It was reminiscent of his performance against Canelo, showing once again that technique and timing can overcome raw power.
Joseph Parker reminded everyone why he is still a force in the heavyweight division. The former WBO champion needed just two rounds to dispatch Martin Bakole with a thunderous overhand right. Parker’s recent resurgence, including his wins over Deontay Wilder has put him right back in the title conversation. This victory for the WBO interim belt might just be his ticket to another world title shot.
🗣️@joeboxerparker looked sensational 🥊💥#BeterbievBivol2 pic.twitter.com/nQVLjDZ4Rj
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) February 23, 2025
Shakur Stevenson continued his dominance in the lightweight division at The Last Crescendo, breaking down Josh Padley systematically before forcing a ninth-round stoppage. Despite apparently injuring his left hand midway through the fight, Stevenson’s body attack proved too much for the brave Padley.
Shakur wants @Gervontaa NEXT 🍿#BeterbievBivol2 | #RiyadhSeason | @Turki_alalshikh pic.twitter.com/JXL9Hqqwcm
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) February 23, 2025
The draw between Carlos Adames and Hamzah Sheeraz in their middleweight title clash was unexpected but fair given the back-and-forth nature of the fight. Rising star Vergil Ortiz Jr. showed his class against Israil Madrimov. He overcame early movement problems to secure a clear decision win. In perhaps the night’s biggest surprise, Agit Kabayel’s body punching stopped the Chinese giant Zhang Zhilei in six rounds. The night’s first title fight saw Callum Smith and Joshua Buatsi put on a war. Finally, Smith’s experience proved crucial in a unanimous decision victory.
This fights on The Last Crescendo reshuffled several divisions’ rankings and created numerous interesting matchup possibilities. Bivol’s victory sets up potential superfights with either David Benavidez or the winner of the upcoming Canelo-Munguia bout, or maybe even a trilogy fight with Beterbiev. Parker’s quick win puts him in line for a shot at Daniel Dubois.
Meanwhile, Shakur Stevenson continues to chase a unification bout with Devin Haney. The Saudi boxing revolution continues to deliver memorable nights, and The Last Crescendo might just be their best show yet!
(Image Credit: DAZN Boxing – X)
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