The heavyweight clash between Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin is set for March 28, 2026 at Co-op Live in Manchester. This 12-round meeting will put Itauma’s WBA International and WBO Inter-Continental belts on the line, with the winner walking away with both belts or the fight ending in a draw. The bout pairs a rising local star, Itauma (13-0-0, 11 KOs), against a seasoned American challenger, Franklin (24-2-0), and it has been promoted as the main attraction of an event stacked with regional title fights and meaningful undercard matchups.
For viewers in the U.S., the broadcast window opens early: the full card begins at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT, while the main-event ringwalk is expected around 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. If you plan to attend in person, general admission doors open at 15:00 with official parking available from 14:30 on the venue campus. Note the venue’s age policy: anyone aged 14 or under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, and those under 16 are not allowed in the standing area for safety reasons. Accessibility features are available throughout the arena, including step-free access, hearing loops and support for assistance dogs.
How to watch and subscription options
The card will stream live on DAZN. Subscribers can watch the event at no additional charge if their plan already includes live boxing programming. For those who are not yet members, DAZN currently offers access starting at $20.99/month. There is also an Ultimate Tier priced at $44.99/month, which bundles this pay-per-view card along with a slate of other PPV fights across the year at no extra cost — plus access to more than 100 live fights, replays, highlights and documentaries.
Whether you stream on a smart TV, mobile device or computer, make sure your connection is stable and that your DAZN app is updated before the early start time. The event is presented as a premium live boxing show, so viewers should expect a full undercard card leading into the main event; those undercard bouts are also included for subscribers.
Fight card highlights and what’s on the line
The evening’s slate includes several title fights that give the whole card meaningful stakes. The confirmed matchups on the main card include: Moses Itauma vs. Jermaine Franklin for the WBA International and WBO Inter-Continental heavyweight belts; Nathan Heaney vs. Gerome Warburton for the WBA Continental middleweight title; and Ezra Taylor vs. Willy Hutchinson for the WBA Continental light heavyweight title. Other featured fights are Shakiel Thompson vs. Brad Pauls (IBF International, middleweight), Liam Davies vs. Francesco Grandelli (EBU European and WBO Inter-Continental, featherweight), along with two lightweight bouts — Alex Murphy vs. Josh Holmes and Michael Gomez Jr. vs. Jordan Flynn.
Event logistics for attendees
If you are heading to Co-op Live, expect crowds and security checks; arrive early to avoid queues. The venue provides official parking and has clear guidance around re-seating or removal of patrons who appear under 16 from standing areas, enforcing the event’s safety rules. The site also offers a designated respite room and other features to support guests with additional needs.
Odds, predictions and betting notes
Bookmakers have installed Moses Itauma as the heavy favorite. Current lines list Itauma at -2000 on the moneyline, while Jermaine Franklin is priced at +1000 as the underdog. Those seeking a fuller list of markets and prop bets can consult providers such as BetMGM for the latest odds and state-specific offers. As always, bettors are urged to gamble responsibly and to check local restrictions — some promotional offers may not be available in all jurisdictions.
Commercial tie-ins: Datavault AI and athlete NIL initiatives
Beyond the ring, the matchup has drawn corporate attention. In a press release dated March 25, 2026, Datavault AI (NASDAQ: DVLT) announced a partnership with the 21-year-old Moses Itauma to showcase the company’s brand during the Manchester card and to explore broader collaborations tied to athlete digital assets. Datavault AI described plans to work with athletes on a platform for NIL — the monetization of an athlete’s name, image and likeness — and noted an exploratory partnership with Sports Illustrated aimed at building a sports-focused digital asset exchange with a target commercial launch in the second half of 2026.
The company highlighted Itauma’s credentials — an unbeaten record and a high knockout rate, alongside notable past wins — as a reason for the collaboration. Discussions could extend past the event to include exclusive training-camp content, behind-the-scenes material and fan engagement offerings that use Datavault AI’s technology. For fans, the intersection of high-level boxing and emerging sports tech creates added narrative interest in what is already a high-stakes sporting evening.