Expect Bivol back by early spring versus mandatory Eifert

Germany’s Eifert 13-1 (5KOs) has been out of the ring even longer than Bivol. He has not fought since August 24, 2024, as he waited for his overdue mandatory title shot. The inactivity protected his No. 1 ranking, though he now faces a daunting task against one of the best fighters in the world.