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Moses Itauma Postpones Fight with Jermaine Franklin Due to Injury

1/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Moses Itauma, a 21-year-old heavyweight, has postponed his fight with Jermaine Franklin due to an injury.
The bout was set for January 24 at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena and, as part of the Magnificent 7 rescheduling, now takes place on March 28.
Itauma is unbeaten in 13 fights and knocked out Dillian Whyte in August.
Franklin, 32, holds a 24-2 record, with losses to Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte.

History

Historical Context

Mike Tyson's shocking loss to Buster Douglas in 1990 ended his reign as the youngest heavyweight champion, a title he claimed in 1986 after defeating Trevor Berbick. This upset reflects the unpredictable nature of boxing, where injuries and match outcomes can significantly impact fighters' careers and the sport's promotional strategies, echoing historical shifts in heavyweight boxing dynamics.

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Story summary

Moses Itauma, a 21-year-old heavyweight, has postponed his fight with Jermaine Franklin due to an injury.
The bout was set for January 24 at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena and, as part of the Magnificent 7 rescheduling, now takes place on March 28.
Itauma is unbeaten in 13 fights and knocked out Dillian Whyte in August.
Franklin, 32, holds a 24-2 record, with losses to Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte.

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