Moses Itauma showcased his dominance in the heavyweight division by swiftly defeating Dillian Whyte in under two minutes. Regarded as a rising star, Itauma’s performance now positions him as a key figure for British boxing following recent setbacks for Daniel Dubois and the aging of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Despite expectations of a tougher challenge from Whyte, Itauma’s speed and precision proved too much for his opponent, culminating in a decisive victory with a swift left hook.
Following his victory, Itauma could potentially secure a shot at the world title against Joseph Parker if current titleholder Oleksandr Usyk opts out of facing the Kiwi. Expressing his readiness for any challenge, Itauma emphasized his eagerness to face top contenders like Parker and Agit Kabayel. With a strong ranking in the WBO, Itauma is poised for significant opportunities in the boxing world.
In other bouts on the undercard, Nick Ball successfully defended his featherweight world title in a thrilling match against Sam Goodman. Despite facing stiff competition, Ball demonstrated resilience to secure the win. Additionally, David Adeleye faced a tough battle against Filip Hrgovic in a memorable heavyweight clash, with Hrgovic emerging victorious after a hard-fought encounter.
Meanwhile, former featherweight champion Raymond Ford maintained his unbeaten record in the super-featherweight division with a victory over Abraham Nova, while Mohammed Alakel of Saudi Arabia secured a first-round stoppage against Yumnam Santosh Singh. Lastly, Hayato Tsutsumi extended his undefeated streak in professional boxing by defeating Qais Ashfa in the third round.
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