Khataev vs Rivera

When is Khataev vs Rivera?

Imam Khataev could take on Richard Rivera in Spring 2026 Canada.

The fight would be scheduled for 10 rounds in the Light Heavyweight division, which means the weight limit would be 175 pounds (12.5 stone or 79.4 kg).

Khataev vs Rivera stats

Imam Khataev would step into the ring with a record of 10 wins, 1 loss, and 0 draws, 9 of those wins coming by way of knockout.

Richard Rivera would make his way to the ring with a record of 27 wins, 2 losses and 0 draws, with 20 of those wins by knockout.

The stats suggest Khataev would have an advantage in power over Rivera, with a 90% knockout percentage compared to Rivera's 74%.

Imam Khataev is the younger man by 4 years, at 31 years old.

Rivera has a height advantage of 1 inch over Khataev.

Both Imam Khataev and Richard Rivera fight out of an orthodox stance.

Khataev is currently arguably the less experienced fighter, having had 18 fewer fights, and made his debut in 2012, 4 years and 10 months earlier than Rivera, whose first professional fight was in 2017. He has fought 77 fewer professional rounds, totaling 47 compared to Rivera's 124.

Imam Khataev goes into the fight ranked number 7 by the WBC, 7 by the IBF, and 7 by The Ring at light heavyweight.

Richard Rivera is currently ranked number 10 by the WBC in the 175lb division.

Activity check

In terms of recent activity, Richard Rivera has been fighting more than Imam Khataev.

Imam Khataev last fought 9 months and 6 days ago, while Richard Rivera's last outing was 3 years, 7 months and 29 days ago.

What are the odds on Khataev vs Rivera?

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