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Itauma Demolishes Franklin in Five Rounds
29 Mar
Summary
- Moses Itauma secured a fifth-round knockout victory.
- Jermaine Franklin was knocked down in the third round.
- This win marks Itauma's 12th stoppage in 14 fights.

Briton Moses Itauma has solidified his position as a prominent figure in heavyweight boxing. The 21-year-old achieved a decisive fifth-round stoppage against Jermaine Franklin at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena. Itauma systematically dismantled Franklin, who was considered a significant challenge. The American fighter fell to the canvas in the third round following a barrage of punches. Ultimately, a precise uppercut in the fifth round ended the bout. Franklin had never been stopped in his 27 previous fights, with prior losses only to British boxers.
Following this impressive win, discussions are now shifting towards Itauma's future prospects, including potential world-title contention. The unbeaten prospect has now secured 12 knockouts in his 14 professional bouts. Itauma expressed a desire to face unified world champion Oleksandr Usyk but stated he is willing to wait for his opportunity. His promoter confirmed Itauma is expected to compete again in July.