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British Heavyweight Moses Itauma Scores Knockout Victory Over Jermaine Franklin
Itauma delivers devastating 5th round uppercut to hand Franklin his 3rd career loss.
Mar. 28, 2026 at 11:18pm
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In a heavyweight clash in Manchester, England, 21-year-old British boxer Moses Itauma (14-0, 12 KOs) knocked out American Jermaine Franklin Jr. (24-3, 15 KOs) with a powerful uppercut in the 5th round. Itauma, who has been dispatching opponents early in his pro career, staggered Franklin in the center of the ring, leading the referee to stop the fight as Franklin fell face first to the canvas.
Why it matters
The victory over the experienced Franklin, who went the distance with former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua, could put Itauma in line for a future world title shot as he continues his rapid rise in the heavyweight division.
The details
Itauma, a 21-year-old British southpaw, had been knocking out his previous 9 opponents in the first 2 rounds before facing the 32-year-old Franklin, who was coming off 3 straight wins. In the 5th round, Itauma landed a devastating uppercut that sent Franklin crashing to the canvas, leading the referee to stop the fight.
- The fight took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Manchester, England.
- Itauma turned pro 3 years ago with a 23-second KO debut victory.
- Franklin's previous loss came against Anthony Joshua in April 2023.
The players
Moses Itauma
A 21-year-old British southpaw heavyweight boxer with a 14-0 record and 12 KOs, who has been rapidly knocking out his opponents in the early rounds.
Jermaine Franklin Jr.
A 32-year-old American heavyweight boxer with a 24-3 record and 15 KOs, who previously went the distance with former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua.
What’s next
Itauma's victory could put him in line for a future world title shot as he continues his rapid rise in the heavyweight division.
The takeaway
The knockout victory over the experienced Franklin demonstrates Itauma's immense punching power and potential as a rising star in the heavyweight boxing scene.
