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It’s Very Dangerous:Next Absolute Frontrunner’ For Anthony

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It’s Very Dangerous:Next Absolute Frontrunner’ For Anthony Joshua’s Next Fight Named: “It’s Very Dangerous”

Anthony Joshua is currently plotting his next move in the heavyweight division and it could seriously divide fans.

The two-time world champion and Olympic Gold Medalist will look to bounce back from a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois when he steps through the ropes again.

Though fans would like to see a long-awaited clash against Tyson Fury, ‘The Gypsy King’ remains adamant that he is retired and not interested. That leaves ‘AJ’ in the market for another opponent, and the current ‘frontrunner’ is as far away from Fury as you might get: Jake Paul.

Speaking to IFL TV, promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that his most recent meetings with Paul’s promotional company, MVP, have convinced him that their public calls to fight Joshua are legitimate.

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“The thing that I wanted to understand is do they really want to fight AJ or is this just a publicity stunt. And I am 99% sure they want to fight Anthony Joshua … Right now, the absolute frontrunner for AJ is Jake Paul, February or March next year.”

The promoter then said that, whilst he understands the dangers the match-up possesses, those are outweighed by the potential scale of the event.

“I’ll stress, I think it’s a very dangerous call for Jake Paul. I don’t think the fight is overly competitive. Maybe Jake can do something and prove us all wrong. But people are gonna tune in to watch AJ demolish Jake Paul. It’s not a fight that we called for, it’s not a fight that we expected, it’s not a fight that I ever anticipated happening, but I also understand that it may be commercially one of the biggest in the sport.”

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“This is just wild, that’s all it is … It’s mental that AJ could be fighting Jake Paul next, but when you look at it and see that it’s probably the biggest pay-per-view fight that could happen in the sport right now, you understand why it could happen.”

A decision is expected in the coming months, as Joshua, should he choose to stick to traditional boxing, could be out before the end of the year.

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“let Move Up” Manny Pacquiao challenges Gervonta Davis with

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 “let Move Up” Manny Pacquiao challenges Gervonta Davis with one key demand: to fight at 145 or 147 pounds. Will the American agree to move up a weight class?

Manny Pacquiao interested in Gervonta Davis… but under certain conditions.

Boxing could be facing one of the most talked-about fights in recent years. Manny Pacquiao, a living legend and the only world champion in eight divisions, has set his sights on Gervonta Davis. However, the Filipino is not willing to accept the fight under any conditions: he wants it to be contested at a higher weight than the American dominates.

Pacquiao’s challenge: moving up to 145 or 147 pounds

At 46 years old and after a draw against Mario Barrios, Pacquiao reaffirmed that he is not ready to hang up his gloves. “Pacman” directly pointed to Gervonta Davis as his ideal opponent, but was emphatic in stating that the fight would have to take place at 145 or 147 pounds.

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The request poses a huge challenge for Davis, who has built his career in lower weight classes, shining at 130 and 135 pounds with fearsome knockout power. Moving up to welterweight would be uncharted territory for him, something that could tip the scales in favor of the Filipino’s experience.

A generational battle

The potential matchup between Pacquiao and Davis not only pits two different styles against each other, but also represents a generational clash. On one side, a veteran who has made boxing history over four decades; on the other, one of today’s most explosive champions, at the peak of his career.

Although the age difference is noticeable, Pacquiao is confident that his preparation and experience will tip the scales in his favor. “If he wants to fight, let him move up to 147. Maybe 145. That’s no problem for me,” the Filipino said in a recent interview.

Pacquiao’s future

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Pacquiao, designated by the World Boxing Council as the number one welterweight contender, still has a place among the elite. If Davis rejects the offer, the Filipino is already considering an alternative plan: facing Rolly Romero, the current WBA champion, which could also guarantee spectacle and media attention.

Everything points to Pacquiao’s official return taking place in December 2025. The main question is whether Gervonta Davis will accept the challenge and, if so, whether he will be willing to take the risk of moving up a division to face a legend who still refuses to say goodbye.

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VIDEO: Canelo Alvarez set massive record against three

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Canelo Alvarez set massive record against three-weight champion on undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s return

During his initial rise in the ring, Canelo Alvarez shared a card with future foe Floyd Mayweather.

Deep into his light middleweight title run, Canelo had turned in a laundry list of impressive defenses of the crown, having taken out Matthew Hatton to win the belt back in 2011.

Enjoying a three-fight string of consecutive knockout victories as champion, the Mexican puncher would finish the trio of Ryan Rhodes, as well as Alfonso Gomez, and then Kermit Cintron before booking a high-profile co-headline clash.

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And pitted against a veteran former three-weight world champion, Canelo was put on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s return to light middleweight — setting an impressive record in the process.

Canelo Alvarez scored a dominant win over Shane Mosley

Taking chief support status beneath the divisional move of Mayweather in a clash with Puerto Rican veteran Miguel Cotto, Alvarez would put his WBC crown on the line against veteran former three-division champion Shane Mosley.

Setting up his own super fight with Mayweather off the back of his chief support duty, Canelo would set a rather impressive record against Mosley in their light middleweight title clash.

Landing a one-sided unanimous decision win over Mosley as he was forced the distance for the first time as champion, Canelo managed to land 348 punches against the challenger — more than any of the 34 fighters who had their own stats tracked by CompuBox.

Going on to stop Josesito Lopez in a fifth-round knockout win, Canelo would land a victory over Austin Trout in another 12-round affair — setting up his dream fight with Mayweather.

Canelo Alvarez’s super fight against Floyd Mayweather

Having shared the same arena with Mayweather during his fight with Mosley, the following year Canelo would actually share the ring with the Grand Rapids puncher.

Putting his WBC and The Ring middleweight titles on the line against the undefeated megastar, Canelo came unstuck against Mayweather, who had put his own WBA light middleweight crown on the line against the Jalisco star.

Largely outclassed by Mayweather, Canelo would find himself a step behind against his fellow champion over the course of their main event clash.

Eventually returning to a championship setting at the limit, Canelo turned in a memorable body shot KO win over Liam Smith three years later to recapture spoils.

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Turki Alalshikh’s Pivotal Move Gives Terence Crawford Edge Over

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Turki Alalshikh’s Pivotal Move Gives Terence Crawford Edge Over Canelo Alvarez in $200M Superfight

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are set to face off in one of the biggest boxing fights in recent memory exactly one month from now, on September 13, in Las Vegas.

The boxing world has been buzzing with predictions and analysis for almost a year now, but few voices carry more weight than Amir Khan’s. The British boxing star, who faced and lost to both Canelo and Crawford during his career, isn’t just offering a winner prediction this time.

He’s also pointing to how His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, a key figure in organizing the bout, may have inadvertently played a major role in shaping the outcome of the match.

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While Khan had already shared his prediction for the massive $200 million superfight earlier this year, he elaborated further on the fight during his recent appearance on The PorterWay Podcast. “Crawford is a different type of fighter who holds muscle well, and who will put size on,” Khan said. He explained that with the extended preparation time that the Omaha native received, adjusting to the higher weight may not be as difficult as many have been predicting. “See Turki Alalshikh’s given him so much time, so much notice, so he can go in training camp, so he can combine that muscle, so he can hold that muscle, so he can start doing the heavy weights and everything,” Khan noted, implying that the year-long preparation window has likely allowed the 37-year-old to add size and strength more effectively.

Former world champion Shawn Porter, responding to Khan’s point, emphasized the difference between adding muscle strategically and simply bulking up. “A whole year to put on this kind of weight and again, like you’re saying, you are referring to the muscle. You got to understand when you are moving up weight classes, it’s how you move up. And obviously, moving up weight and putting on muscle to move up in weight is much different than just coming in as a blown-up fighter,” Porter explained.

To that, the 34-6 boxer agreed and also highlighted the timing difference between the two fighters’ preparations for each other. Canelo Alvarez is returning to the ring just four months after his victory over Cuban boxer William Schull in Riyadh, while Terence Crawford will be fighting a full year after his win over Israil Madrimov. Khan believes that the gap will prove advantageous for the two-division undisputed champion. “I think with one year notice, if you look at Crawford, since when the fight was announced, I think he has always been ticking over. He has always been doing a little bit in the gym, and now he is at it and now he is going in it hard,” Khan emphasized.

Pointing again to His Excellency Turki Alalshikh’s role in setting the schedule, the British former champion claimed, “I think Crawford’s been giving more to this and been training longer and harder than Canelo. I saw that Canelo [was] on a holiday when Crawford was in the gym. So them little small things make a big difference.” His comments suggest that while Canelo Alvarez may have stayed active in the ring, Crawford’s longer, more consistent preparation could be a deciding factor.

If that wasn’t enough, Amir Khan went further in assessing their mental and physical edges. “Though he [Canelo] has kept himself busy, but one thing about Crawford, bro, you can’t turn a blind eye. I mean, he is one of the type of guys that always pulls it off. That’s why he is undefeated… I just feel like Crawford has more left in him and has more to give because he has never tasted defeat before.” And that’s just one of the many reasons Amir Khan believes Canelo Alvarez would be wise not to underestimate his opponent on fight night.

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Expanding on his point during the same podcast, Khan said, “Back in the day, when we used to see Crawford fight at lightweight or featherweight, we did not really give him that respect for power. We thought he was a good boxer, a technical fighter. But later, you can see he’s carried that power with the weight and the muscle.”

Khan pointed out that Crawford’s move into higher weight classes has only amplified his punching power, turning him into a more complete and dangerous fighter. “It’s a hard fight to call honestly because it just depends what type of fighters show up on the night,” Khan admitted to Shawn Porter, underlining that both men are capable of delivering top performances when at their best.

The British star also painted a vivid picture of Crawford’s physical presence, saying, “When he walks around weighing 170 or 175 pounds, he looks like a natural 175 guy.” For this reason, when the fight was announced, Khan immediately felt that Crawford would give Canelo Alvarez “a hell of a fight.” And while Khan believes the Nebraskan southpaw will likely win, even if he doesn’t, he seems confident in knowing exactly what it would take to beat Canelo.

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Anthony Joshua Draws Inspiration From Canelo as Jake Paul

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Anthony Joshua Draws Inspiration From Canelo as Jake Paul Gets Sidelined by Andre Ward Callout

He was knocked out cold last September, and months later underwent elbow surgery. It is now approaching a year since fans last saw Anthony Joshua in action. However, if not inside the ring, the former unified heavyweight champion still seems to be making waves outside it.

The Olympic gold medalist has once again become a hot commodity. News of a potential matchup with Jake Paul has already made headlines. But now, it appears Joshua has received a callout from a new suitor.

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On June 17, 2017, Andre Ward knocked out Sergey Kovalev to defend his unified light heavyweight championship. But just a month later, he stunned the boxing world by announcing his retirement. An Olympic gold medalist like Joshua, Ward has since made a name for himself as a boxing analyst and, more recently, a podcaster. However, the Hall of Famer believes he might still have one fight left in him. And a bout with Anthony Joshua appears, in his view, to be the best route to elevating his legacy. His callout, however, drew a sharp, Canelo-inspired retort from the British heavyweight.

Ward uploaded a video on Instagram, and the reason it went viral is quite simple. Speaking about his post-retirement journey, the 2021 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee said that if any fight could entice him back into the ring, it would be a face-off with Anthony Joshua. “Most days, I don’t miss it. I’m very content doing what I’m doing in life right now. Who would I fight? That’s the problem. It’s a lot of names out there, but it’s not a lot of names that make sense,” Ward said while sitting inside his car.

Still, there is one name that could potentially change the scenario. “If the business was right and everything was right on that front, me and Anthony Joshua,” Ward said before adding, “That’s a fight that I would take at Wembley Stadium.” He acknowledged. The fight could possibly put a dent in his legacy and even leave him physically hurt. Still, “that’s a fight that would get me in the gym and get me in the mindset that I need to be in to go to war. “It’s Anthony Joshua.”

Ward concluded while hurling a subtle jibe. Though talk of a Jake Paul fight has been gathering steam, AJ could still consider a ‘real fight.’ The post drew a string of comments and reactions, with close friend Andre Berto sounding particularly upbeat. However, it didn’t take long for Ward to receive a response from the man himself. Recalling Canelo’s past words, in which he accused Ward of calling him out purely for monetary reasons, Anthony Joshua fired back: “Pay Day Pay Day (Canelo).”

Andre Ward responded. “Anthony Joshua, of course, brother. Do you fight for free? Business is always a reason, but not the only reason. I think you understand that.”

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When one user pointed out to Joshua that Ward had been calling him out for years, the English heavyweight issued a chilling reminder. Gauging fights merely by watching YouTube could prove detrimental. It’s different from a real fight.

It is certainly a surprising move from Andre Ward. Just months ago, he had seemingly expressed interest in facing Jake Paul!

To be fair to Andre Ward, this is not the first time he mentioned Anthony Joshua’s name. Four years ago, while speaking on ‘The AK & Barak Show,’ he minced no words. If he were to make a comeback, he would take Anthony Joshua first. When Barak Bess asked, “You make a comeback and you fight Anthony Joshua and beat him, or you make a comeback and fight Canelo and beat him,” Ward replied, “I’m going (for) Anthony Joshua.”

Whether the 35-year-old Anthony Joshua chooses to face an in-prime fighter like Jake Paul, whose star has been rising by leaps and bounds, or opts to settle the debate with an aging former world champion who has been out of the ring for eight years, is something fans will have to wait and see.

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Rematch: Gervonta Davis Fires Off Clear Warning to Lamont

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Rematch: Gervonta Davis Fires Off Clear Warning to Lamont Roach Jr as Rematch Remains Unconfirmed

Gervonta Davis has shared an update on the situation surrounding his rematch with Lamont Roach Jr

The 30-year-old from Baltimore, Maryland made a defence of his WBA world lightweight title against Roach earlier this year, with the fight ending in a split decision draw after a competitive twelve rounds at the Barclays Center in New York.

The result could have been very different however, after ‘Tank’ took a knee to the canvas during the ninth round after being on the receiving end of a Roach jab which referee Steve Willis failed to rule as an official knockdown. The champion later revealed that it was due to grease from his hair getting into his eyes.

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A rematch between the pair is expected to take place in Las Vegas on August 16, with an announcement due in the coming weeks. There have been concerns around the delay in their second encounter being made official however, with both fighters going back and forth on social media in recent weeks.

In a post sent by Davis, the 30-year-old appeared to accuse Roach of holding out for a bigger purse this time around, which has left fans wondering whether the fight is actually going to go ahead.

“You should’ve been on that instead of calling for that $250k, [the f**k] is you waiting on? This bag bigger. THE F**K YOU FORGOT!”

Despite this, ‘Tank’ has also said:

“The plan is still the plan.”

Davis will have his sights set on righting the wrongs of the first fight and proving himself to still be the best lightweight on the planet, ahead of the likes of Shakur Stevenson.

The 30-year-old is also said to be considering a catchweight bout with Youtuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. although it remains to be seen whether this controversial match-up will happen before the end of 2025.

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Boxing’s elite are backing Itauma in emphatic fashion, predicting

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Boxing’s elite are backing Itauma in emphatic fashion, predicting he will unleash a relentless onslaught and deliver a brutal beating to Whyte.

If Itauma were facing the version of Dillian Whyte who once spent over 600 days as Deontay Wilder’s WBC mandatory challenger, the verdict might be far more divided. After all, plenty of questions still remain about the young Chatham southpaw.

But as Whyte approaches the twilight of his career, it’s difficult to find a respected voice in boxing who is confidently picking him to overcome Itauma.

“I even phoned Dillian and said, ‘I don’t know why you’re taking this fight — this kid is on fire right now,’” Derek Chisora told talkSPORT.

“He’s getting better and better. He’s not regressing, he’s pushing forward… and he’s only 20. Honestly, someone should call the police for attempted murder for making this fight happen. That’s not the fight to make right now. Moses is blazing hot, and when Dillian gets battered badly, we’ll have to decide who goes to prison for allowing it. There’s no light at the end of this tunnel.

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“I think [Itauma] will beat Dillian, and I think he’ll do it convincingly — no disrespect intended. Moses isn’t the light at the end of the tunnel; he is the train, and Dillian is about to run straight into it.”

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Dave Allen, who lost on points to Whyte in 2016, offered a similarly bleak assessment for the former world title challenger:

“I think Dillian Whyte has had just three fights in the last three years, and at 37 years old, I expect Itauma to win inside the distance.

“At his peak, Dillian Whyte was a world-class heavyweight, but we haven’t seen that level from him in five or six years. They’re not stupid — they wouldn’t put Itauma in with Dillian if they thought he was anywhere near his best.”

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Former cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew echoed those sentiments:

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“In my opinion, Dillian is at the end. He’s being paid a king’s ransom to go in there and be dealt with.”

Meanwhile, Martin Bakole pointed to Itauma’s style and Whyte’s recent inactivity:

“I think maybe Dillian Whyte will get knocked out. He’s been out for a long time. Like Oleksandr Usyk, Moses is a smaller heavyweight who doesn’t need to stand in front of a big guy — he’ll keep moving and pick his shots.

“But the problem is, everyone knows that after rounds four, five, or six, Dillian starts to tire and fight like someone who’s never been in the gym before. That’s when I think it’s over.”

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Itauma Sounds Alarm: “Whyte Playing the Innocent Sheep to

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Itauma Sounds Alarm: “Whyte Playing the Innocent Sheep to Trap the Dangerous Wolf”

Moses Itauma accused Dillian Whyte of “playing a sheep to catch the wolf” as he questioned his opponent’s respectful approach before Saturday’s heavyweight fight in Saudi Arabia.

At a cordial news conference in Riyadh, the Britons exchanged pleasantries, thumbs-ups and handshakes.

Veteran Whyte described the unbeaten Itauma, 20, as the future of heavyweight boxing and has been complimentary throughout fight week.

Speaking to BBC Sport on Monday, the 37-year-old said there was no weakness in his younger opponent’s game.

But Itauma’s reference to the wolf and sheep metaphor highlights a strategy where the “sheep” – a seemingly weaker or harmless player – pretends to be vulnerable in order to catch the stronger and more aggressive “wolf” off guard.

“We’re all heavyweights – any fight can end at any point. I’m not delusional,” said Itauma.

“I know what threat Dillian Whyte poses, I’m not overlooking him, I’m taking him seriously.”

Whyte was quick to dismiss the idea, though, as he insisted: “Ain’t no sheeps around here. A lot of wolves, but no sheeps.”

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Frank Warren’s Jaw-Dropping Revelation: Could the Heavyweight

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Frank Warren’s Jaw-Dropping Revelation: Could the Heavyweight Battle of the Century Between Joshua and Fury Rise From the Ashes Post-Jake Paul Fight?

Anthony Joshua is prioritising a fight against Jake Paul next but could still finally face Tyson Fury, believes promoter Frank Warren.

Joshua has not fought since his knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in September but continues to be strongly linked to an unlikely bout against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul.

Elsewhere Fury is yet to confirm his next move having ‘retired’ from boxing earlier this year in the wake of back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk.

The duo have tried and failed to make one of the biggest fights in British boxing history in recent years, begging the question as to whether fans will ever seen them in the ring together. Warren, though, insists the interest remains.

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“There have been a lot of talks for a long time and it hotted up again recently,” Warren told Sky Sports News. “It’s all about whether this fight happens with AJ – for example if he fights Jake Paul and comes through it – and if Tyson has a fight. Who knows if they’ll get it on.

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“It’s a fight that has not happened and should have happened. Is it too late? I think there’s tremendous interest in the fight.

“Every time we talk about Tyson and AJ that subject comes up – when are they going to get in the ring together?

Fury recently pointed towards a return to the ring as he outlined his desire to fight Usyk for a third time in pursuit of revenge following successive defeats to the undisputed heavyweight champion.

In addition to Paul, Joshua has also been linked to a fight against fellow former Olympic champion Tony Yoka.

“There is talk of both of those fights,” Warren explained.

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“I think the fight taking priority in his (Joshua’s) mind – I don’t look after him, I look after Tony Yoka, he just signed with us and we’d like that fight – I think the preference for AJ is to fight Jake Paul because it’s a huge, huge money fight. It’s a crossover fight between – well, we say YouTube – he’s a professional boxer now.

“It’s a big step up for Jake Paul, and that seems to be the direction it’s going in. As to what he should do, he’s the guy getting in the ring and taking the punches, it’s got to be his choice.”

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Yoka, who won gold at Rio 2016, has endured a mixed professional career with a record of 14-3 having seen his world title aspirations derailed by consecutive defeats to Martin Bakole, Carlos Takam and Ryad Merhy across 2022 and 2023.

Paul is 12-1 as a professional following June’s unanimous decision win over Julio César Chávez Jr., his sole career loss coming to Tommy Fury in February 2023.

“People are complaining about Jake Paul and when is he going to fight somebody, you have to take your hat off to him that he’s willing to get in with a former two-time world champion who is not an old guy,” Warren continued.

“It will be a defining moment to see what he’s all about, I’ve got my opinion of what happens but people will buy into it.

“It is a fight that will grab everybody’s attention.”

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‘Usyk may be the best ever, but he’s never faced

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‘Usyk may be the best ever, but he’s never faced anyone like Moses Itauma!’ 

Moses Itauma’s trainer Ben Davison says his fighter is ready for any heavyweight on the planet, and that includes Oleksandr Usyk, who he describes as ‘the best of a generation, if not the best ever at the weight class.’

Itauma, just 20 years old, faces former world title challenger Dillian Whyte this weekend. While many have speculated about Whyte’s form after a patchy run of activity, Davison stressed that Team Itauma has prepared for the toughest version possible.

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“We’d be foolish to take the fight based on his last performance and his coming in the same shape. It was never going to happen,” Davison said in Saudi Arabia.

“As he said, he’s had loads of things going on, lots of inactivity, but he’s clearly gotten himself in shape. Moses is not the type of fighter who we have to bank on catching people at the right time.

“He’s good enough to mix with any of them at any point. We’ve prepared for Dillian to turn up as the best Dillian possible, and if we hadn’t, it’s too late now.”

Whyte’s challenge
Davison pinpointed Whyte’s experience as the key threat to Itauma’s perfect record.

“It’s his experience. He’s a big, strong guy, plenty of heart, and can punch. He brings all of those things to the table. That doesn’t change, no matter what condition he shows up in,” pointed out Davison.

“People keep saying if it goes into a dog fight. But I’ve seen Moses, the young man, can fight up close as well, and you’ve got to have that in the locker.

“If you’re going to mix it up at this level, you have to have that in the locker. So if the fight goes that way, I wouldn’t be shocked for it to go still how we expect.”

Relentless in the gym
Davison was glowing about Itauma’s approach to training, hailing him as one of the sport’s most dedicated students.

“There’s nobody that I think ‘well, he’s not ready for him,’ but it’s risk versus reward. That fight might be just as tough as this fight, but that fight has got more reward to it.

“He is one of the hardest workers you’ll come across. In the gym, outside the gym, studying the sport, making sure he’s learning what we’re teaching him, session after session. That’s the real talent.”

Itauma has shown that work ethic has in the gym with scenarios designed to push the teenager to his limits.

“My job is to have him prepared if the fight goes that way. It’s alright to say ‘oh, we want it to go this way,’ but we have to be prepared if things do not go according to plan.

“I’ve brought guys in and put him in situations where it’s supposed to get tough, and he ends up backing them up, walking them down, battering them.”

The Usyk question
With Itauma being fast-tracked, the inevitable Oleksandr Usyk question arises.

“We’re solely focused on Saturday, but what I have said already is that there is not a fighter where I go, ‘I don’t like that,’” said Davison.

That includes the reigning heavyweight king.

“I just think it’s a win-win. You’re getting the chance to face the best of a generation, if not the best ever, at the weight class. And as much as Moses hasn’t shared the ring with somebody like Usyk, I truly, honestly don’t think Usyk has shared the ring with someone like Moses.”

For Davison, the path is clear: keep winning, keep learning, and be ready for when those biggest nights arrive.

Whether it’s Whyte, Usyk, or anyone in between, the message is the same: Moses Itauma is coming for them all.

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