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Moses Itauma scores a stunning knockout against Jermaine Franklin Jr. in Round Five, questioning his limits after the victory. Itauma (14-0, 12 KOs) knocks down Franklin (24-3, 15 KOs) in Round Three with a powerful left uppercut followed by a right hand, marking his 12th stoppage. The young heavyweight reflects on his rapid rise, stating, "I always knew I can do this, but I didn't think it would be so soon." Itauma's dominance over Franklin, alongside previous wins against Dillian Whyte and Demsey McKean, signals his ascent toward bigger bouts and world titles. He acknowledges the resilience of Franklin, who has endured top-tier punches from other heavyweights. Itauma credits his coaches Ben Davison and Lee Wylie, emphasizing that "the basics got the job done." The 21-year-old is poised for a major breakthrough in his career.
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