Itauma’s fight with Franklin postponed after injury
Moses Itauma has suffered an injury during training, leading to the postponement of his fight against American Jermaine Franklin. The bout, originally set for 24 January at Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena, will now take place on 28 March at the same venue. Itauma remains unbeaten in 13 fights and recently knocked out Dillian Whyte in August. Promoters Queensberry confirmed the rescheduling and highlighted Itauma's impressive record.
Match highlights
- Moses Itauma's fight with Jermaine Franklin was rescheduled from 24 January to 28 March due to an injury.
- The fight will still be held at Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena.
- Itauma has won 11 of his 13 fights by knockout, with his last nine victories coming inside the distance.
- Franklin has 24 wins and two losses, with defeats to Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte.
- Itauma was also expected to fight on 13 December but faced delays due to various issues.
