Moses Itauma showcased his dominance in the heavyweight division by swiftly defeating Dillian Whyte in just under two minutes. Regarded as a rising star, Itauma’s victory comes at a critical time for British boxing, following recent setbacks for Daniel Dubois and the aging of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Despite expectations for a tough match against Whyte, Itauma’s speed and skill outmatched his opponent, culminating in a decisive left hook that sent Whyte to the canvas and prompted the referee to intervene.
Following the bout, discussions emerged about potential future opportunities for Itauma, including a potential world title shot against Joseph Parker if current champion Oleksandr Usyk chooses not to face the Kiwi. Itauma expressed confidence in his abilities, stating his readiness to take on any opponent presented to him. With aspirations of becoming a champion by the year’s end, Itauma emphasized his willingness to face top contenders like Parker and Agit Kabayel.
In other matches, Nick Ball successfully defended his featherweight world title against Sam Goodman in a thrilling encounter. Meanwhile, David Adeleye faced a tough loss to Filip Hrgovic in a heavyweight battle marked by intense exchanges, with Hrgovic emerging victorious despite a significant cut above his eye. Additionally, Raymond Ford maintained his unbeaten record in the super-featherweight category, securing a points win over Abraham Nova. Mohammed Alakel of Saudi Arabia also achieved victory by stopping Yumnam Santosh Singh in the opening round, while Hayato Tsutsumi claimed a win over Qais Ashfa in the third round to preserve his unbeaten streak after eight professional fights.
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