Moses Itauma names Agit Kabayel as future heavyweight rival

British heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma has identified WBC champion Agit Kabayel as the opponent he expects to be his "biggest rival" for years to come. Itauma noted that Kabayel has defeated many rising contenders in the division.

Before pursuing a rivalry with Kabayel, the 21-year-old Itauma must face Filip Hrgovic on August 29 at London’s O2 Arena for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. A victory would make Itauma the second-youngest heavyweight champion in history, trailing only Mike Tyson.

Itauma has acknowledged the importance of the upcoming bout, describing Hrgovic as a "solid" opponent and predicting a "long night." While some analysts have compared his combination of speed and power to a young Mike Tyson, Itauma remains focused on taking his career step by step.