Pulev could lose the title if he refuses to fight Itauma

According to BoxingScene, WBA regular heavyweight champion Kubrat Pulev could lose the title if he refuses to defend against Moses Itauma, who was designated by the Association.

“This bout was not sanctioned by the WBA. If Pulev does end up fighting Gassiev, then the WBA should strip him of the title,” a source close to the situation told the publication.

Pulev (32-3, 14 KOs) and Gassiev (32-2, 25 KOs) announced the showdown on December 12 in Dubai.