BoxRec

175,12 rounds.

Bivol UD. Tough matchup for Johnson

I'd pick Bivol to win an 8-4 (or 116-112) type of decision. I reckon, he'd be a little too quick for Glen in the feet, handspeed and thought departments.

However, Bivol is having a tendency to slow down and coast late in fights. That happened against Salamov, Richards... He also got hit and hurt late by Joe Smith. I'd be eager to see how will Bivol react to that sneaky right hand from Johnson around the guard.

Overall, I think Bivol will have to withstand a late rally by Jonhson. My guess is, he'll manage to withstand it and will hold on to a lead. But will give some late rounds away and will allow Johnson to narrow a gap on the judges scorecards.