Moses Itauma is set to face Jermaine Franklin in a highly anticipated boxing match this weekend in Manchester. At just 21 years old, Itauma has already established himself as a formidable contender in the heavyweight division, boasting an impressive professional record of 13 wins, with 11 of those victories coming by way of knockout.
Last August, Itauma made headlines when he dispatched Dillian Whyte in only 119 seconds during a fight held in Saudi Arabia. Now, he returns to England to take on Franklin, a seasoned American fighter known for his resilience in the ring.
Fight Details
The match will take place on Saturday, March 28, at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester. Fight times are as follows:
- Main card start time: 5 PM BST (10 AM PT / 12 PM CT / 1 PM ET)
- Main event ring walks: 11 PM BST (4 PM PT / 6 PM CT / 7 PM ET)
Viewing Options
Fans can watch the event live on DAZN, which offers exclusive streaming of the fight. Subscriptions start at £15.99 per month.
Fighter Backgrounds
Jermaine Franklin has a professional record of 24 wins and 2 losses, with 15 knockouts to his name. He faced Dillian Whyte in a controversial fight in 2022 and lost to Anthony Joshua by decision in 2023. Despite these setbacks, Franklin remains a solid challenge for Itauma, who has been preparing for this bout since an injury delayed their original match date.
Fight Card Summary
The Itauma vs Franklin match is part of an exciting undercard that includes:
- Nathan Heaney vs Gerome Warburton (middleweight)
- Ezra Taylor vs Willy Hutchinson (light-heavyweight)
- Shakiel Thompson vs Brad Pauls (middleweight)
- Liam Davies vs Francesco Grandelli (featherweight)
- Alex Murphy vs Josh Holmes (lightweight)
- Michael Gomez Jr vs Jordan Flynn (lightweight)
This fight represents a significant step for Itauma as he aims for a future heavyweight title. The matchup against Franklin promises to be not only a test of skill but also a potential showcase for Itauma’s boxing prowess.
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