The win over Whyte was Itauma's ninth consecutive knockout victory, all within the first two rounds. Many believed that Whyte, the former WBC interim heavyweight champion, would be the first fighter to drag him into deep waters, but Itauma treated him the same way he has done to every other opponent in his career.

Rising boxing sensation, Moses Itauma, was back in action earlier today (Sat., Aug. 16, 2025), as the undefeated (12-0) Heavyweight knockout artist faced off against Dillian Whyte in the headlining championship bout in Riyadh,

Moses Itauma blew away Dillian Whyte with a devastating first-round knockout in their all-British heavyweight clash in Riyadh. The 20-year-old extended his perfect record through 13 professional fights as he sent veteran Whyte sprawling to the canvas inside two minutes.