Lennox Lewis Urges Moses Itauma To Avoid Oleksandr Usyk Fight

Lennox Lewis, Britain's last undisputed heavyweight champion, has advised rising prospect Moses Itauma to wait before challenging Oleksandr Usyk, suggesting it is too soon for the young fighter to face the reigning undisputed champion. Lewis emphasized the importance of patience, noting that Usyk is unlikely to remain active for much longer and Itauma should take his shot after Usyk retires to avoid risking his career prematurely. Itauma, who recently secured a first-round knockout over Dillian Whyte, is currently ranked number one by the WBA and WBO and has expressed interest in fighting Usyk. However, Usyk's camp has dismissed this potential matchup, with Usyk expected to delay his mandatory defense due to injury and possibly retire soon. The heavyweight division remains unsettled, with Joseph Parker, the WBO mandatory challenger, likely to face Fabio Wardley in the interim if Usyk is stripped of his title. Lewis' advice reflects his own career trajectory, as he did not fight for a world title until years into his professional career, underscoring the benefits of experience and timing in heavyweight boxing.