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Fight Breakdown: Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte

Originally posted on MMA Sucka | By Joel Diaz | Last updated Aug 14, 2025 12:04 PM ET

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Venue: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Broadcast: Live on DAZN Pay-Per-View

Dissecting Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte in Anticipated Boxing Match

The heavyweight division’s young upstart meets seasoned pro this Saturday as Moses Itauma takes on veteran Dillian Whyte in Riyadh. This fight headlines a DAZN pay-per-view card. This evening of boxing also features Nick Ball vs. Sam Goodman for the WBA featherweight title, and a heavyweight tilt between Filip Hrgovic and David Adeleye.

Before Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte takes place Saturday, let’s dissect the heavyweights in this exciting fight.

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte: Breaking Down Itauma

Itauma (20–0, 10 KOs) is entering the ring as one of Britain’s brightest prospects in the sport of boxing, having claimed The Ring’s 2024 Prospect of the Year award. The 20-year-old southpaw has been terrifying the division, with recent stoppages over Mariusz Wach, Demsey McKean, and Mike Balogun. A victory over Whyte would further stake his claim as a future title contender.

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte: Dissecting Whyte Ahead of Anticipated Match

Whyte (31–3, 21 KOs), now 37, has shared the ring with the likes of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Known for his toughness, he returns from training camp in Portugal in arguably the best shape of his career ahead of his fight with Itauma. Whyte is looking to derail Itauma’s run and position himself for a world title shot. However, the veteran acknowledged this could be a career-defining — or career-ending — fight.

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte: The Matchup

Itauma’s speed, and explosive power present a challenge for Whyte, who must rely on experience, timing, and body work in his boxing to slow the youngster down. An early sprint from Itauma could force Whyte onto his back foot, but if the fight goes into later rounds, the older fighter’s durability and experience could be a critical.

Moses Itauma vs Dillian Whyte: The Stakes

For Itauma, this is an opportunity on the world boxing stage — a chance to enter true contendership. For Whyte, a win will keep his championship ambitions alive.

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte: The Prediction

Expect fireworks from the opening bell in this boxing match. Itauma’s youth and precision are significant, but writing off Whyte would be a mistake. One big shot could change everything.

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