March Delay for “Magnificent 7” Show
Now, Itauma’s injury has forced the entire “Magnificent 7” event to be postponed. The fight against Franklin is now pushed to March 28, a two-month delay that halts Itauma’s plans for early 2026. While the news is a blow for the fighter, it’s also a disappointment for fans eager to see how Itauma would fare against a seasoned opponent like Franklin.
Queensberry Promotions confirmed the delay, releasing a statement that read: “Unfortunately Moses Itauma has sustained an injury in camp. Therefore, the Magnificent 7 show has been re-scheduled for March 28th.”
Plans on Hold for the Young Heavyweight
The injury is a frustrating development for Itauma, who has been eager to push forward with his career. He was hoping to stay on track for a world title shot, potentially facing either Oleksandr Usyk or Fabio Wardley. This postponement means Itauma’s claim to become Britain’s youngest ever heavyweight champion will have to wait.
Itauma’s path to a world title has not been without its obstacles. A potential shot at the WBA “regular” title slipped away when Murat Gassiev took the opportunity instead, knocking out Kubrat Pulev. That situation left Itauma looking for an opponent and now, with Franklin out of the picture for the next couple of months, he faces more uncertainty.
A Rising Star’s Test Put on Pause
While Itauma remains the most exciting young heavyweight in the sport, the question of whether he can go rounds, and handle adversity in the ring, remains unanswered. His rapid knockout streak, including a vicious finish of Whyte, has fueled fears that he won’t get the experience needed to make the jump to elite competition. The fight with Franklin was seen as a potential step forward in that regard, but now it will have to wait.
