Dmitry Bivol vs Anthony Joshua

Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Dmitry Bivol

Dmitry Bivol

25-1-0
VS
Anthony Joshua
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Anthony Joshua

"AJ"

33-4-0
25-1-0
Record
33-4-0
96%
Win Rate
89%
0%
KO %
0%
183cm
Height
198cm
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Reach
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35
Age
36
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Stance
—
26
Total Bouts
37

Physical Comparison

Anthony Joshua has the height edge at 198cm vs 183cm for Dmitry Bivol — a 15cm difference that gives Joshua the ability to fight behind range.

Record & Experience

Dmitry Bivol brings a record of 25-1-0 across 26 professional bouts (96% win rate).Anthony Joshua enters with 33-4-0 from 37 fights (89% win rate).

Anthony Joshua has the experience edge with 37 bouts compared to 26 — that's 11 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.

Age & Career Stage

At 35, Dmitry Bivol is 1 years younger than Anthony Joshua (36). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Joshua's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.

Key Factors

Bivol's Path to Victory

  • • Trust the higher win rate (96% vs 89%)
  • • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace

Joshua's Path to Victory

  • • Use height and reach to fight at range
  • • Greater professional experience (37 bouts)
  • • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms