‘Britain’s Mike Tyson’ makes major statement with first-round KO on Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury undercard
Moses Itauma made quick work of Demsey McKean on Saturday night. The Australian, who had only ever lost to Filip Hrgovic previously, was supposed to be Itauma’s biggest step up on paper. GETTYItauma blasted out McKean in the first round to record his best win to date[/caption] But the 19-year-old blasted out McKean inside the opening round with a devastating display. McKean was dropped early by a clubbing overhand left. And when he made his way back to his feet, Itauma poured on the pressure and landed another brutal blow to close the show. It marked a massive statement on the biggest stage of all. After Israil Madrimov pulled out of his clash with Serhii Bohachuk due to illness, Itauma vs McKean was bumped up to the co-feature slot of Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury‘s much-anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia. Many believe Itauma will be the man to take the reigns from the heavyweight titans, who are nearing the twilight of their careers. He hasn’t put a foot wrong thus far in his career and boasts an unblemished 11-0 record with nine wins coming inside the distance. The national media are so excited by Itauma’s potential that they have branded him ‘Britain’s Mike Tyson‘ for his all-action style and ability that proceeds his youth. Meanwhile, Itauma is eyeing up Tyson’s record as the youngest heavyweight world champion of all time. He told The Mirror: “I want to become the youngest heavyweight world champion since Mike Tyson who was 20 years old. McKean made his way back to his feet but swiftly put down againLeigh Dawney / DAZN “I need to take small steps but also ensure that I step up the tasks very quickly. I want to do short steps but not too much with them. “Youngest ever world heavyweight champion is in my mid-term goals but it is something that I can believe I can achieve before 2025. “It is not what I am thinking about right of this second, but I want to let that come once I have grown as a professional. I have gone from not having any press at all to this and it is crazy. “I am in the right place because Frank Warren has all the other big heavyweights at the moment so I think I have a bright future.” In order for Itauma to break Tyson’s record (20 years, 4 months, and 22 days old) he will have to scoop one of the four major straps by no later than May 26, 2025. If the belts are fragmented after this weekend he may have a chance. Usyk v Fury 2 Betting Offer Bet £10 on Usyk v Fury 2 and get £60 in free bets if fight ends in KO/TKO/DQ CLAIM HERE 18+ New Customers Only. Opt in, bet £10+ on Usyk v Fury by 00:00 on 22/12/2024. Get £60 in Sports Free bets (odds 2.00+) if either fighter wins by KO, TKO or DQ. Bonus expires in 7 days. No cash out. Scroll down for T&Cs. GambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2 predictions and betting tips
Moses Itauma made quick work of Demsey McKean on Saturday night.
The Australian, who had only ever lost to Filip Hrgovic previously, was supposed to be Itauma’s biggest step up on paper.
But the 19-year-old blasted out McKean inside the opening round with a devastating display.
McKean was dropped early by a clubbing overhand left.
And when he made his way back to his feet, Itauma poured on the pressure and landed another brutal blow to close the show.
It marked a massive statement on the biggest stage of all.
After Israil Madrimov pulled out of his clash with Serhii Bohachuk due to illness, Itauma vs McKean was bumped up to the co-feature slot of Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury‘s much-anticipated rematch in Saudi Arabia.
Many believe Itauma will be the man to take the reigns from the heavyweight titans, who are nearing the twilight of their careers.
He hasn’t put a foot wrong thus far in his career and boasts an unblemished 11-0 record with nine wins coming inside the distance.
The national media are so excited by Itauma’s potential that they have branded him ‘Britain’s Mike Tyson‘ for his all-action style and ability that proceeds his youth.
Meanwhile, Itauma is eyeing up Tyson’s record as the youngest heavyweight world champion of all time.
He told The Mirror: “I want to become the youngest heavyweight world champion since Mike Tyson who was 20 years old.
“I need to take small steps but also ensure that I step up the tasks very quickly. I want to do short steps but not too much with them.
“Youngest ever world heavyweight champion is in my mid-term goals but it is something that I can believe I can achieve before 2025.
“It is not what I am thinking about right of this second, but I want to let that come once I have grown as a professional. I have gone from not having any press at all to this and it is crazy.
“I am in the right place because Frank Warren has all the other big heavyweights at the moment so I think I have a bright future.”
In order for Itauma to break Tyson’s record (20 years, 4 months, and 22 days old) he will have to scoop one of the four major straps by no later than May 26, 2025.
If the belts are fragmented after this weekend he may have a chance.
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