Josh Taylor vs. Ekow Essuman & Nathaniel Collins vs. Lee McGregor - Round by Round.

I suspect they have been cautious with itaume because of rushing Dubois before he was ready. Different beasts, though. Itaume seems unfazed by being in the spotight. So, whilst both were mowing all-comers down in the gym there's reason to believe Itaume can do it under the lights too. Can't wait to see them fight each other.

 

McGregor trying to get in close and make it really physical but barring a decent shot at the end the better work was from Collins again

 

I have no idea how he ever made 118. Ridiculous.

 

Finally tuned in.

 

3-0 Collins for me, McGregor trying to impose himself, but not having much success barring a good shot in the 2nd, Collins countering sharp with uppercuts looking fluid

 

They're building up an artificial, knockout-filled résumé for Itauma, but let's see what his future holds. Getting early knockouts in the first and second rounds isn't good for his development; he's winning fights by knockout before actually learning how to box. I wouldn't be surprised if he gets completely exposed when he faces a serious opponent.

 

Thar she blows.

 

Great finish from Collins!

 

Can they find a durable opponent for Ituama next? This is ridiculous matching him like this. He doesn’t get any rounds. He’s clearly got big power. Combined with his fast hands, he needs durable opponents to really learn anything.

credit to Balogun for getting up and going balls out to try to make something happen.

 

Nice. Classy subtle stuff.