Itauma Sends a Warning to Heavyweight Division

Moses Itauma made a statement with his five-round demolition of Jermaine Franklin, proving he's ready to take on the best in the heavyweight division. Franklin, who had previously gone the distance with Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte, was expected to be a challenge for the young Briton. However, Itauma's impressive footwork, clever feints, and rapid hand speed left him bewildered. The decisive uppercut that ended the fight was the culmination of a flawless performance. Itauma is now eager to face anyone in the division, but it's unlikely that top heavyweights like Oleksandr Usyk, Anthony Joshua, and Tyson Fury will face him before retiring. Itauma believes these fighters should want to face him, but they don't. He expressed his willingness to fight Usyk, the current best heavyweight, if the opportunity arises. Itauma's victory has established him as a top contender, and he will become the mandatory challenger for the WBO heavyweight championship. A potential title clash with Daniel Dubois is more appealing to Itauma, especially since Dubois and Fabio Wardley, Itauma's gym-mate, will fight for the belt next month.