Gassiev warns Itauma 'you never know what will happen in the ring'

Murat Gassiev says Moses Itauma fights with a maturity beyond his years ahead of a potential heavyweight collision. The former cruiserweight champion praised the 21-year-old's ring intelligence and mental strength.

“He's 21 - very young - but his style, he doesn't fight like a kid. He's smart, he's strong. He has a strong mentality. And you never know what will happen in the ring.”

— Murat Gassiev, via Sky Sports

What Murat Gassiev said

Gassiev faces Tony Yoka in Saudi Arabia later this year as he continues his heavyweight campaign. Itauma is unbeaten and has emerged as one of British boxing's top young heavyweights. The pair could meet if both win their next assignments.

What it moves

Gassiev's comments suggest he views Itauma as a serious future opponent rather than dismissing him as raw. The Russian's acknowledgment of the unpredictability of a fight between them keeps the door open for promoters to push the match-up in 2025.

Source: skysports.com. Full Murat Gassiev fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.