Moses Itauma's lightning-fast rise in boxing has captured the sport's imagination. The 21-year-old British heavyweight boasts a staggering nine-fight knockout streak, with every victory ending within the first two rounds. His most recent demolition of fading Dillian Whyte in just 61 seconds last summer cemented his status as a future global kingpin.

However, Itauma admits the speed of his wins left him underwhelmed, revealing a hunger for longer, more demanding bouts. His upcoming clash with American journeyman Jermaine Franklin at Manchester's Co-op Live Arena on Saturday represents his toughest test yet. Franklin, a 32-year-old veteran never stopped, has previously fallen to Whyte and Anthony Joshua on points, making him a significant challenge for the young champion-in-waiting.