March 2026 Boxing Preview: Itauma, Fundora, and Rising Ukrainian Heavyweights
The final week of March 2026 promises exciting action in the boxing world, headlined by intriguing matchups featuring Moses Itauma and Sebastian Fundora. Alongside these international clashes, several Ukrainian fighters are set to compete, adding a local flavor for fans.
Itauma vs. Franklin: A Test for the Young Star
Moses Itauma faces Jermaine Franklin in a 10-round heavyweight bout in Manchester, England, on March 28th. This fight presents a valuable opportunity for the young Itauma to demonstrate his skills against a durable opponent. While Franklin may lack significant offensive firepower, he’s known for his defensive capabilities, offering a good test of Itauma’s attacking prowess. The bout will be available to watch on DAZN.
Analysts predict a victory for Itauma, potentially by stoppage in the latter half of the fight.
Fundora vs. Thurman: A Mismatch on Paper
As well on March 28th, in Las Vegas, Sebastian Fundora defends his WBC interim middleweight title against Keith Thurman. But, many view this as a miscalculated matchup. Fundora, seemingly favored by sanctioning bodies, is facing a Thurman who hasn’t been consistently active, with only four fights since 2017 and a concerning performance against Brock Jarvis. The fight is seen by some as a way to elevate Fundora’s profile for pay-per-view events, utilizing Thurman’s name recognition.
The prediction leans towards a stoppage victory for Fundora.
Beyond the Main Events: A Look at the Undercard
The boxing schedule for the week is packed with additional fights across various weight classes.
Heavyweight Action
- Viktor Vykhryst vs. Mariusz Wach: A 10-round heavyweight contest in Budapest, Hungary.
- Gürgen Oganesyan vs. Cesar Navarro: A 10-round heavyweight bout in Las Vegas.
- Nathan Heaney vs. Jerome Warburton: A 10-round heavyweight fight in Manchester, England.
Middleweight and Super Middleweight
- Kevin Lele Sadjo vs. Alaa Al-Almahoud: A 12-round super middleweight fight in Cannes, France.
- Elijah Garcia vs. Kevin Newman: A 10-round super middleweight fight in Las Vegas.
- Willie Hutchinson vs. Ezra Taylor: A 10-round super middleweight fight in Manchester, England.
- Shakiel Thompson vs. Brad Pauls: A 10-round super middleweight fight in Manchester, England.
- Michael Gomez Jr. Vs. Jordan Flynn: A 10-round super middleweight fight in Manchester, England.
Lightweight and Welterweight
- Andrey Novitsky vs. Alexander Flores: A 10-round heavyweight fight in Long Beach, USA.
- Anastasia Petrenko vs. Maria Soledad Vargas: An IBO World title fight in the super flyweight division in Erstal, Belgium.
- Liam Davies vs. Francesco Grandelli: A European title fight in the super bantamweight division in Manchester, England.
- Brian Acosta vs. Ronnie Rios: A 10-round super bantamweight fight in Long Beach, USA.
- Rene Telles vs. Malik Montgomery: A 10-round super lightweight fight in Long Beach, USA.
- Yoenis Telles vs. Brian Mendoza: A 10-round super welterweight fight in Las Vegas.
- Yoely Hernandez vs. Terrell Gouche: A 10-round super welterweight fight in Las Vegas.
Ukrainian Fighters in Action
The week also features several Ukrainian boxers competing, adding excitement for fans in the region. Details on specific matchups were not provided, but their participation highlights the continued strength of Ukrainian boxing.
Did you know?
Moses Itauma is one of the youngest professional boxers currently competing, drawing attention for his potential and rapid rise in the heavyweight division.
FAQ
Q: Where can I watch the Itauma vs. Franklin fight?
A: The fight will be broadcast on DAZN.
Q: Is Fundora vs. Thurman expected to be a competitive fight?
A: Most analysts predict a Fundora victory, viewing the matchup as a potential mismatch.
Q: Are there any Ukrainian boxers competing this week?
A: Yes, several Ukrainian fighters are scheduled to compete, though specific details weren’t provided.
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