Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Rising star Moses Itauma and seasoned boxer Ilja Mezencev face off in a heavyweight bout at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This undercard match is part of the event headlined by Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury.

Itauma, only active since 2023, boasts an undefeated record from eight fights, six by knockout. His recent victory over Dan Garber by TKO highlighted his growing dominance. On the other end, Mezencev turned professional in 2013, achieving 25 wins with 21 knockouts. His latest fight saw him overpower Petar Mrvalj with a TKO win.

What time is Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev fight

Live coverage for the Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev main card will start at 12:00 PM EST. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, May 18, 2024	12:00 PM	02:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, May 18, 2024	09:00 AM	11:00 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, May 18, 2024	04:00 PM	06:00 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, May 19, 2024	03:00 AM	05:00 AM

The boxing match between Moses Itauma and Ilja Mezencev will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 18, 2024. The fight is set to start at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

This event is part of an undercard leading up to the main event featuring Oleksandr Usyk versus Tyson Fury. Itauma and Mezencev will compete in a heavyweight category over eight rounds.

Please note that the exact time for the ring walk may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Delays are possible if previous matches extend beyond their scheduled rounds. For viewers watching from different time zones, please check the start times listed in your local area to ensure you do not miss the fight.

Fighters Details

Moses Itauma will face Ilja Mezencev in an eight-round heavyweight bout.

Moses Itauma

Nationality: United Kingdom
Stance: Southpaw
Total Fights: 8
Record: 8 / 0 / 0

Having turned professional in 2023, Moses Itauma brings a clean record of 8 wins with 6 by knockout. His last fight was a TKO win over Dan Garber, who had a modest record, suggesting Itauma could face challenges against Mezencev's more robust experience.

Ilja Mezencev

Nationality: Germany
Stance: Orthodox
Total Fights: 28
Record: 25 / 3 / 0

Ilja Mezencev, active since 2013, holds a record of 25 wins and 21 knockouts. He recently defeated Petar Mrvalj via TKO. This experience and high KO rate position him as a serious threat to the less experienced Itauma.

Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev Betting Odds

Favorite: Moses Itauma : 1.0 (-5000)
Underdog: Ilja Mezencev : 17.0 (+1600)

Method of victory	Moses Itauma	Ilja Mezencev
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.0 (-2400)	45.0 (+4400)
By decision or technical decision	17.0 (+1600)	51.0 (+5000)

How and where to watch the Moses Itauma vs Ilja Mezencev Fight

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Region	Monthly Subscription	Annual Subscription	PPV Price
USA	$19,99 on a 12-month contract or $24,99 month-to-month	$224,99	$69,99
Canada	$24,99 per month	$199,99	$69,99
UK and Ireland	£9,99 on a 12-month contract or £19,99 month-to-month	£99,99	£24,99
Australia	13,99 AUD	—	$34,99

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