The lights were bright in Saudi Arabia, the crowd buzzing with anticipation, but nobody expected the night to explode quite like this. In less than two minutes, 20-year-old Moses Itauma dismantled Dillian Whyte, landing a devastating right hook that sent the veteran sprawling to the canvas and ended the fight in spectacular fashion.
What began as a high-stakes showdown quickly turned into Itauma’s statement moment in the heavyweight division.
Itauma Dominates From the Opening Bell
From the very first second, Itauma took control. Whyte struggled to land his punches, finding himself under a relentless barrage of jabs and body shots while pinned against the ropes.
The young prospect was widely tipped to win, but to do so in under two minutes left fans and pundits alike in awe.
With this victory, Itauma now boasts an unblemished record of 13 wins, 11 by knockout, and nine of those finishes coming in the very first round.
A Rising Star Eyes the Big Stage
This wasn’t just another win for Itauma—it was the biggest name he’s ever defeated.
With his eyes firmly set on the heavyweight crown, the prospect looks destined to challenge champions like Oleksandr Usyk.
Speaking to DAZN after the fight, Itauma said, “It takes two to tango so thanks very much to Whyte for the opportunity to showcase my skills.
For the first minute, I was following Ben’s instructions perfectly. After that, I saw the openings and knew I couldn’t miss.”
When asked about future opponents, Itauma didn’t hesitate. “Honestly, I’ll fight anybody they put in front of me.
Joseph Parker and Agit Kabayel deserve a shot, and Usyk? Let’s see what happens. I’m only 20, I’ve got 10 or 15 years left.
If I get the opportunity, I’ll be 100 percent a champion in 2026.”
Whyte’s Comeback Dreams Crushed
Whyte arrived in top shape, weighing his lightest in a decade and carrying a resume that included victories over Derek Chisora, Lucas Browne, and Joseph Parker.
Yet none of that mattered in the ring against Itauma’s precision and power.
The build-up had even included a lighthearted controversy when Whyte was mistakenly called the “Baby Snatcher” rather than his nickname, the “Body Snatcher,” but in the ring, there was nothing humorous about the outcome.
Promoters and Managers Hail a Phenomenon
Itauma’s promoter Frank Warren described the knockout as “punch-perfect” and was stunned by the young fighter’s composure.
“He’s a finisher. Every punch he throws hurts, and he doesn’t get flustered.
Nobody has done that to someone of Whyte’s caliber,” Warren said.
Manager Francis Warren echoed the sentiment, calling Itauma “a once-in-a-generation talent.”
He added, “He’s ready for the next step up. He genuinely believes he’s ready to be let off the leash.
His feet are firmly on the ground, but he’s reaching for the stars.”
A Bright Future Ahead
At just 20, Itauma has already made a massive statement to the heavyweight division.
With his speed, power, and composure, fans and pundits alike are now eagerly waiting to see which big-name opponent he will face next.
For Moses Itauma, the sky is no longer the limit—it’s just the beginning.
