Overview
- Moses Itauma knocked out former world title challenger Dillian Whyte in 119 seconds in Riyadh, extending his record to 13–0 with 11 KOs.
- Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh and Tyson Fury publicly urged an immediate showdown with undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
- Itauma’s promoter Frank Warren and the fighter’s team have firmly resisted rushing into a Usyk bout, stressing the need for more competitive rounds.
- Itauma has identified Jermaine Franklin, Joseph Parker and Agit Kabayel as realistic next opponents to test his durability and gain experience.
- Dillian Whyte’s future is unclear after the swift loss, with Frank Warren expressing hope that the veteran heavyweight will continue his career.