Will fast-tracked Moses Itauma become world champion at 21?
Can heavyweight Moses Itauma become world champion at 21 by beating Filip Hrgovic on Saturday or has the fast-tracked Briton arrived too soon?
Slovakian-born British heavyweight Moses Itauma, 21, is set to step into the ring against Filip Hrgovic on Saturday for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. This fight could make him the second-youngest world heavyweight champion in history, following the record of Mike Tyson. Itauma's parents initially wanted him to become a doctor or a lawyer, but their stance softened once his older brother turned professional and his exceptional natural talent was recognized.
At 21, Itauma steps into the ring with the chance to carry the flag of British boxing and become a major name in the sport. Despite the rapid rise to the world title, Itauma remains focused and uninterested in the limelight, preferring to handle the pressure with a calm demeanor. His trainer, Ben Davison, believes Itauma has the temperament to handle the challenges that lie ahead.
If Itauma emerges victorious, he would become the fastest British heavyweight to win a world title, potentially eclipsing Joshua's record.
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