Daniel Dubois was an interested spectator at ringside as Moses Itauma defeated Jermaine Franklin on Saturday.
Itauma successfully extended his unbeaten record to 14-0 with 12 stoppages as he recorded a massive fifth round knockout win against Franklin at Co-Op Live in Manchester.
It was a usually dominant performance from the 21-year-old, once again utilising his speed and power to first drop Franklin in the third round, before getting the finish in round five with a devastating uppercut which left Franklin flat on his face in the middle of the canvas.
The career progression of Itauma has been similar to that of Dubois, who also rose up the heavyweight ranks as an exciting youngster and stopping most of those that crossed his path, and ‘DDD’ has given his take on his countryman’s latest win.
Speaking to Eze Talks Sports Interviews, Dubois summed up his views on Itauma’s performance.
“What a shot, he put that together well. It was a good test up to that point. He’s on his path and he’s looking good.”
Dubois then admitted he could see a fight against Itauma in the future, but is currently focused on his WBO heavyweight title clash which takes place against Fabio Wardley in May.
“Eventually I think everything can happen, but I’ve got to take care of business first.”
Dubois finished by answering if he sees any weaknesses in Itauma.
“I’m not going to give them away but I do.”
Promoter Frank Warren has revealed after the win over Franklin that Itauma is set to return to action in July, but it isn’t set to come against the man that Itauma himself was hoping to share the ring with.
