Australian heavyweight prospect Teremoana Teremoana extended his professional boxing record to 12-0 with a dominant second-round victory over American veteran DeAndre Savage at The Star Gold Coast in Queensland, according to regional reporting. The 28-year-old Olympian maintained his flawless finishing streak on Wednesday, stopping Savage with a decisive right hand that brought a sudden end to the main event.
Every single professional opponent faced by the Brisbane-based fighter has now been dismissed in less than six minutes of action, continuing a remarkable sequence of early stoppages. Savage, a 35-year-old challenger who entered the ring with 11 knockout victories of his own, became only the third fighter to push Teremoana past the opening round before succumbing to the canvas in the second frame.
Following the bout, Savage offered high praise for the winner’s future prospects in the division. According to coverage from FightCorner, Savage admitted after the fight that it was the hardest he had ever been hit and suggested that the fighter with Cook Island heritage could eventually claim a world championship.
That trajectory aligns with plans outlined by Teremoana’s British promoter, Eddie Hearn. According to FightCorner, Hearn confirmed that the rising Australian heavyweight is slated to compete next on the undercard of the anticipated, though not yet officially dated, super-bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury.
Promoter Outlines Potential Matchups
Hearn has indicated that Teremoana could be positioned for significant fights on the international stage as his career accelerates. According to FightCorner, the promoter has pointed to the Australian as a prime candidate to test unbeaten British prospect Moses Itauma, suggesting the style and power of the Brisbane fighter could present a severe challenge.
Itauma, a 21-year-old Londoner who has built a record with 12 knockouts of his 14 pro opponents, prepares to challenge Filip Hrgovic for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. A victory for the British contender could clear a path for future bouts involving other fast-rising heavyweights, with Hearn noting Teremoana’s exceptional speed of foot alongside his natural power and strength.
“You have got to have that speed of foot and Teremoana has got it, but he has also got that power and he has got that strength,” Hearn told FightCorner regarding the heavyweight’s physical attributes.
Frustration Over Quick Finishes
While promoters and opponents discuss championship futures, Teremoana expressed lighthearted frustration regarding his inability to log extended rounds in the ring. With Savage marking just the third time an opponent has survived into the second round, the Olympian admitted he wants more competitive ring time.
“I’m really annoyed that these fellas can’t carry on,” Teremoana said, as reported by FightCorner. “No one’s been able to make it out of two rounds.”
With his ranking climbing and major promotional backing secured, Teremoana prepares for his next assignment on a major upcoming international card later this year. Readers and boxing enthusiasts can follow official sanctioning body announcements and promotional updates for confirmation of the exact date and venue for the Joshua-Fury undercard.
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