The highly anticipated heavyweight clash between Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin has been delayed following an injury sustained by Itauma during training. This postponement impacts the entire “Magnificent 7” fight card, pushing it to a new date of March 28th at the co-Op Live arena in Manchester, England.
itauma vs. Franklin Postponed: A Setback for Rising Heavyweight
Rising star Moses itauma, currently undefeated with a record of 13 wins and 11 knockouts, was scheduled to face the experienced American fighter Jermaine Franklin (24-2, 15 KOs). The boxing world keenly awaited this contest, viewing it as a notable step up in competition for the young Brit. I’ve found that injuries are unfortunately a common occurrence in the demanding world of professional boxing, and this situation is no different.
Queensberry Promotions officially announced the postponement, citing the injury as the primary reason. The entire event,known as the “Magnificent 7,” has been rescheduled to ensure all fighters have adequate time to prepare.This decision reflects a commitment to delivering a high-quality event for fans.
A Challenging 2025 for Itauma and the Road Ahead
Last year proved somewhat turbulent for Itauma, as he navigated various injury concerns and difficulties securing opponents. Despite these hurdles, he managed two accomplished fights, securing knockout victories against Mike Balogun and former title challenger Dillian Whyte. These wins solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with in the heavyweight division.
Franklin represents a formidable challenge, having gone the distance with both Dillian Whyte and Anthony Joshua in previous contests. He’s known for his resilience and durability, qualities that make him a difficult opponent for anyone. as promoter Frank Warren stated before the postponement,Franklin brings durability has been in with Anthony Joshua,one of the hardest punching heavyweights and was not stopped,against Dillian Whyte some people
