Moses Itauma Next Fight Confirmed as Main Event Against Dillian Whyte on August 16

Moses Itauma next fight has been officially confirmed, with the rising British heavyweight set to face veteran contender Dillian Whyte in a headline bout on August 16. The all-British clash will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the summer slate of Riyadh Season boxing events, and will be broadcast live on DAZN.

Official poster for the fight between Moses Itauma and Dillian Whyte
Official poster for the fight between Moses Itauma and Dillian Whyte

Moses Itauma Next Fight Headlines Riyadh Season Card

At just 20 years old, Moses Itauma will take a major step up in competition as he faces former world title challenger Dillian Whyte. Itauma is currently unbeaten at 12-0 with 10 knockouts and is widely regarded as one of the most exciting heavyweight prospects in world boxing. This bout represents his first test against a seasoned name, with Whyte entering the ring with a record of 31-3 and over a decade of experience at world level.

The fight will serve as the main event of a DAZN-streamed card on August 16 in Saudi Arabia’s capital, marking Itauma’s first headlining appearance on a global stage.

Image of Dillian Whyte in the ring before a fight in the height of his career
Image of Dillian Whyte in the ring before a fight in the height of his career

Undercard Fights Add Depth to the Event

Two notable title fights will also feature on the undercard:

  • Nick Ball vs Sam Goodman – WBA featherweight champion Nick Ball defends his belt against Australia’s unbeaten Sam Goodman in a competitive showdown at 126lbs.
  • Anthony Cacace vs Raymond Ford – IBO super-featherweight champion Anthony Cacace looks to add another impressive name to his record as he meets American contender Raymond Ford.

The August 16 card continues Saudi Arabia’s ambitious run of high-profile boxing shows, with the Riyadh Season banner now firmly established as a major hub for marquee global fights.

Further announcements around the full fight card and broadcast details are expected in the coming weeks. For now, all eyes are on Moses Itauma as he prepares for the biggest night of his young career.

Copy link