Eddie Hearn expressed his fury following Artur Beterbiev’s controversial majority decision victory over Dmitry Bivol, a fight that has left many fans and pundits fuming and calling it the “biggest robbery of all time.” The highly anticipated light heavyweight undisputed title fight went the full 12 rounds, with Beterbiev edging out Bivol on two judges’ scorecards. One judge called it 114-114, while the others scored it 115-113 and a surprising 116-112 in favor of the 39-year-old Beterbiev.

Fans were quick to voice their frustration on social media. One viewer raged, “We just witnessed the biggest robbery OF ALL TIME. WHAT??????” Another stated, “I’m a huge Beterbiev fan, but that was one of the worst robberies I’ve ever seen in boxing.” The third echoed the sentiment, writing, “Bivol won that fight easily. 116-112 to Beterbiev is the worst card of all time.”

Even three-weight world champion Shakur Stevenson joined in, posting the 116-112 scorecard alongside laughing emojis, highlighting the widespread disbelief surrounding the result.

Bivol’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, was equally outraged, especially with the 116-112 score in Beterbiev’s favor. Speaking to the media after the fight, Hearn stated: “In one of the biggest fights of our generation and the most important fight of Dmitry Bivol’s life, you give him FOUR rounds? It’s absolutely disgusting. Beterbiev’s corner knew he lost; they told him in the 10th round that he needed a knockout to win.”

Hearn didn’t mince words about his frustrations with the judging: “Dmitry Bivol should be the undisputed champion tonight. That judge should never work again. Four rounds in a fight of this magnitude is disgraceful.”

While many were in Hearn’s corner, calling for justice for Bivol, some boxing stars saw the bout as closer than Hearn suggested. Former world champion Tony Bellew tweeted, “I’ve got Bivol winning that! But Beterbiev was outstanding. Nearly 40 years old and he’s still finishing fights strong.” Bellew acknowledged the close nature of the fight, crediting both fighters for their efforts.

Scotland’s former undisputed champion Josh Taylor shared his thoughts, saying, “I thought Bivol won, but it is what it is. Great fight, though. Boxing needs more of this.”

Meanwhile, Ryan Garcia agreed with Hearn, labeling the decision a “robbery,” and Frank Warren, another prominent promoter, sided with his rival: “I gave it to Bivol by a couple of rounds. The 116-112 score was ridiculous. A rematch should definitely happen, especially given the quality of the fight.”

Despite his victory, Artur Beterbiev himself admitted that he wasn’t entirely satisfied with his performance. “I feel not bad, but I didn’t do well today. I wanted to box with more quality,” he said. Beterbiev credited Bivol’s skill, admitting, “It was a tough fight because Dmitry is a tough champion. Today I’m lucky.”

Beterbiev became the first unified light heavyweight champion since Roy Jones Jr., and despite some admitting it was a close contest, the controversy surrounding the result casts a shadow over his victory.

While clearly devastated, Dmitry Bivol remained gracious in defeat, refusing to make excuses. “I am a warrior. I did my job, but I felt I could’ve done better. It’s just the opinion of some judges,” he said after the fight. Despite the painful result, Bivol remained respectful, congratulating Beterbiev and acknowledging his power.

Asked about the possibility of a rematch, Bivol was clear: “Of course. It is my dream to be undisputed.”