WBO Names Moses Itauma New No. 1 Heavyweight After Scotland KO

Moses Itauma, a 20-year-old British heavyweight boxing prospect, continues his rapid ascent by delivering another dominant knockout victory over former NFL player Mike Balogun. Itauma dropped Balogun three times, securing a second-round stoppage on the undercard of Josh Taylor's fight, and improving his professional record to 12-0. His performances have earned him the WBO Intercontinental and WBA International heavyweight championships, along with recognition as the WBO's new No. 1-rated heavyweight contender amid some debate among fans. Promoter Frank Warren and analysts suggest Itauma is on track for bigger fights, potentially appearing on the undercard of the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois rematch in July at Wembley Stadium. Despite challenges in finding opponents who can provide him with longer bouts, Itauma's talent and discipline have generated excitement about his future, with some viewing him as a potential future world heavyweight champion. His aggressive style, combined with his composure and knockout power, positions him as a leading young star in the heavyweight division.