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Khan and Hatton Urge Caution on Moses Itauma’s Next Move as WBO Sets Usyk–Parker Path

With Usyk tied to a WBO mandatory against Joseph Parker, advisers say the 20-year-old should build experience first.

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Overview

  • The 20-year-old moved to 13-0 with a first-round knockout of Dillian Whyte in Riyadh, drawing high-profile plaudits such as Tyson Fury’s assertion he could beat Oleksandr Usyk.
  • Amir Khan warned against rushing a title shot, urging baby steps and suggesting tests against Joseph Parker or Filip Hrgovic.
  • Ricky Hatton recommended domestic bouts to gain seasoning, naming Fabio Wardley or Frazer Clarke as sensible next opponents.
  • Moses Itauma downplayed an immediate Usyk call-out, highlighting Agit Kabayel and Parker as more realistic near-term targets.
  • The WBO has ordered Usyk to defend against Parker, and Usyk’s camp has requested extra negotiation time due to injury recovery, which constrains any quick move to a title fight for Itauma.