Hearn Confident: Usyk Will Face Itauma

Matchroom Boxing head Eddie Hearn is convinced that undisputed Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will eventually face 20-year-old British prospect Moses Itauma.

“You know, sometimes we try to retire people, don’t we? I’ve already said about Usyk that maybe he should walk away now. He’s probably listening to that thinking: ‘Get lost! Why? I feel great. I’m boxing better than ever. Why should I leave?’ And he’s right. In the end, if he’s in great physical shape and still wants it — good luck to him.

When you’ve achieved everything… He’s probably thinking this guy needs to earn the fight. He fought Dillian Whyte, who didn’t seem to be in the best condition at the time. Let him go and beat a few guys. I’m sure Usyk will end up fighting Itauma,” Hearn said.

Recently, Usyk revealed when he plans to return to the ring. At that time, a potential matchup against Moses Itauma was mentioned — and Usyk also gave his response to the idea.