Reports: Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte Set for August 16

Reports: Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte Set for August 16 2 | ASL

Slovakian-British prospect Moses Itauma and former world title challenger are finalizing a deal to fight on August 16 in Riyadh.

A report in Ring Magazine says the pair will headline a special Riyadh Season event coinciding with the Esports World Cup, marking a major crossover spectacle between combat sports and gaming culture.

For Itauma (8-0, 6 KOs), ESPN’s Prospect of the Year in 2024, the bout represents a pivotal moment in his young career. The 20-year-old has turned heads with his blend of power, poise, and pedigree – and now gets the chance to prove he’s ready for the next level.

Whyte meanwhile (29-3, 19 KOs), a former WBC interim champion, will provide the toughest test yet for the young fighter. The veteran returned in December 2024 to beat Ebenezer Tetteh after a seven round slug fest. The fight was only Whyte’s second in two years after he failed a drug test prior to his scheduled rematch against in August 2023.

There’s intrigue on the rest of the card set for August 16 too.

WBA featherweight champion Nick Ball (20-0, 11 KOs) will defend his title against ‘s Sam Goodman (18-0, 8 KOs). The Australian, a junior featherweight, will move up in weight for his first world title opportunity.

Also scheduled is a junior lightweight showdown between Anthony Cacace (21-1, 7 KOs) and Raymond Ford (15-0-1, 8 KOs).

Source: espn.com