As a top heavyweight prospect, Leo Atang is under pressure to deliver. Moses Itauma's swift ascension to world-level contender at just 21 years old has set a high standard, but Atang is determined to forge his own path. At 19 years old and with a 100 percent knockout ratio, Atang is aware that his progression will be distinct from Itauma's. "I'm not trying to be the next Moses Itauma, I'm going to be myself," Atang stated.
He intends to plot his own course to the top of the heavyweight division, which may eventually involve a bout against Itauma. Atang believes that time is on their side and that the fight will happen when the time is right. "There's no rush for either of us.
We can wait and build our names, and when the time's right, it'll be a massive fight," he said. Atang feels that he has faced more pressure due to Itauma's early success, but he is focused on his own development and expects to gradually figure in the championship picture.
"The world title is my goal, and I know I'm on the right path. When it's time to take on bigger challenges, my team will let me know," Atang said.