On Saturday night, 19-year-old heavyweight Moses Itauma dominated 44-year-old Polish veteran Mariusz Wach. In the second round, he knocked Wach down and followed up with a calm, precise, and powerful attack. Itauma's blend of aggression and defensive awareness, coupled with his head movement and ability to recognize the right moment to escalate his efforts, left Wach helpless.
Reflecting on the fight, Itauma shared a moment from his corner.
"I went back to my corner and said to Ben [Davison, his coach], ‘I think I started a bit too fast.’ he said, ‘Yeah, you did, mate, but go into the second round, pick your shots better and slow the tempo a bit.’" Itauma adjusted his strategy, hurt Wach, and realized the importance of quality over quantity in boxing. His performance showed that he is not just physically talented but also mentally mature and adaptable in the ring.
Itauma is rapidly growing into his role as a future star, feeling increasingly at home in the ring and comfortable with the expectations placed upon him. "When I first turned over, I felt like I had to do it. Now I really do wanna do it," Itauma said. The young fighter is soaking up the boxing experience more deeply and appreciates the support from fans and his solid team, expressing confidence that "the sky’s the limit."
As Itauma's career progresses, the search for opponents who can truly challenge him will intensify. While Johnny Fisher and Frazer Clarke are emerging contenders, they are currently tied up with other commitments. Unbeaten English champion Solomon Dacres and veteran Hughie Fury are potential opponents who could extend Itauma competitively rather than just physically.
Another ambitious step for Itauma could be a fight with America's Jermaine Franklin. Despite recent losses to Dillian Whyte and Anthony Joshua, Franklin is a solid contender who could provide a real challenge.
"Put me in with King Kong," said Itauma.
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