Don Charles suggests delaying the potential Daniel Dubois vs Moses Itauma fight, citing the young fighter's future prospects and potential for a unification bout in 18 months.
Daniel Dubois' trainer, Don Charles, has expressed his desire to put the potential fight between his charge and Moses Itauma on hold for the time being. This comes after Dubois' recent victory over Wardley, where he claimed the WBO heavyweight title. Despite Itauma being ringside to watch the match and potentially being mandated to fight Dubois next, Charles believes it would be beneficial to delay the bout.
Dubois' win over Wardley was a testament to his resilience and determination, as he survived two early knockdowns to stop his opponent in the 11th round. The victory has set him up for a potential rematch with Wardley or a fight against Itauma, who is considered one of the rising stars in the heavyweight division. However, Charles is cautious about rushing into a fight against Itauma, citing the young fighter's potential and the possibility of a unification bout in the future.
Itauma is currently preparing for a world title fight before the end of the year, and Charles believes that he should be allowed to pursue his own path and potentially become a world champion in his own right. By delaying the fight, Charles hopes that Itauma will have the opportunity to gain more experience and develop his skills, making a potential future bout between the two fighters even more exciting. Additionally, Charles suggests that a unification bout between Dubois and Itauma could be a more attractive and lucrative option in the future, provided that both fighters continue to defend their titles and remain on a collision course.
The decision to delay the fight is also influenced by the fact that both Dubois and Itauma are signed to Frank Warren, which provides a level of control and flexibility in terms of matchmaking. Charles trusts that Warren will make the right decision and keep the two fighters apart for the time being, allowing them to develop and grow as fighters. As the heavyweight division continues to evolve, the potential bout between Dubois and Itauma is sure to be a highly anticipated one, and Charles' advice to delay the fight may ultimately lead to a more exciting and competitive matchup in the future.
In the meantime, Itauma will focus on his upcoming fight on August 8, while Dubois will consider his next move, potentially including a rematch with Wardley or a fight against another top contender. The future of the heavyweight division is looking bright, with talented young fighters like Itauma and established champions like Dubois leading the charge. As the landscape continues to shift, one thing is certain - the potential bout between Dubois and Itauma will be a highly anticipated one, and fans will be eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see these two fighters face off in the ring.
