London, UK - Moses Itauma, one of Britain’s brightest young prospects, is set for a significant step up as he faces Australia’s Demsey McKean on December 21st, on the undercard of the much-anticipated Usyk-Fury rematch in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This matchup promises to be a key test for Itauma, who has shown immense potential in his short career, boasting a record of 10-0 with eight knockouts. At just 19 years old, Itauma is on a meteoric rise, chasing the dream of becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history, a record held by Mike Tyson.

Since turning professional, Itauma has displayed a blend of speed, power, and boxing intelligence that has caught the attention of the boxing world. His latest win, a TKO over Mariusz Wach, showcased his ability to dismantle experienced opponents with his sharp combination punching. Despite his age, Itauma is widely regarded as one of the future stars of the heavyweight division, drawing comparisons to a young Tyson due to his aggressive style and knockout power.

However, this fight against McKean represents a considerable step up in competition for Itauma. McKean, with a record of 21-1 and 14 knockouts, has significant experience and will be looking to spoil Itauma’s rise. The Australian heavyweight had been building momentum before his stoppage loss to Filip Hrgovic last year, and he will be eager to prove that he can still compete at the top level despite his 18-month layoff from the ring.

For Itauma, this fight will be his biggest test yet. While his record and performances have been impressive, McKean offers a different challenge. At 6'6" and with a solid southpaw stance, McKean's size and experience could pose problems for Itauma, particularly if the fight goes into the later rounds. McKean’s goal will be to take the young prodigy into deep waters, testing Itauma’s endurance and composure over a longer contest.

Itauma’s youth and momentum, however, could be the deciding factor. The British heavyweight has been on a tear, finishing most of his opponents inside the distance, and his sharp, aggressive style may be too much for McKean to handle, especially after a prolonged period of inactivity. Itauma’s ability to apply relentless pressure could lead to another knockout win, propelling him further up the rankings and into conversations about future world title opportunities.

For Itauma, a victory would represent not just another win on his record but a validation of the hype surrounding his career. A dominant performance could position him as a legitimate top-20 contender, edging him closer to a world title shot in the coming years. Itauma has expressed his desire to challenge for the heavyweight crown sooner rather than later, and a win over McKean would be a solid step in that direction.

For McKean, this fight is a make-or-break moment. A loss could derail his career, while a win would catapult him back into the spotlight. With only one loss on his record, McKean has the experience and the skill set to trouble Itauma, but he will need to be beyond his absolute best to overcome the young phenom.