Moses Itauma will look to make a statement at the start of 2026 with his return to the ring against Jermaine Franklin.The rising star is set to headline Queensberry’s first boxing event of next year, as he fights a former Anthony Joshua rival at Magnificent 7.Itauma is 13-0 in his pro career and light work of British boxing legend Dillian Whyte in his last boutGettyFranklin (24-2) is aiming to end his young opponent’s unbeaten streakGETTYIt will be Itauma’s first appearance since he breezed through Dillian Whyte in August, claiming a knockout win in under two minutes.His next opponent, Franklin, is on a three-fight win streak after losing to two-time heavyweight champion Joshua in 2023.While Franklin is hoping to be the first man to hand him a defeat, Itauma is out to extend his perfect record.Doing so would move the 20-year-old one step closer to a potential clash with the king of the division, Oleksandr Usyk.Itauma and Franklin will be lacing up their gloves to kick off a new year of boxing.Itauma vs Franklin: Date and where to watchThe fight will take place on January 24, 2026.The venue for the bout is the 23,500-capacity Co-op Live arena in Manchester.All of the action from the night will be streamed worldwide on DAZN, with talkSPORT’s coverage details to follow in due course.An Annual Super Saver subscription is a one-off payment of £119.99 for 12-month access (£14.99 if paying in monthly instalments).A Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time, is also offered at £24.99 per month. More here.Itauma quickly established a reputation on the heavyweight scene after stopping 11 of his opponents with early-round knockoutsQueensberry/Leigh DawneyView Tweet: https://twitter.com/hashtag/ItaumaFranklin?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5EtfwAlternatively, you can tune in to talkSPORT through the website, click HERE for the live stream.You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.Itauma vs Franklin: UndercardSubject to change…MAIN EVENT: Moses Itauma vs Jermaine FranklinWilly Hutchinson vs Ezra TaylorLiam Davies vs Zak MillerShakiel Thompson vs Brad PaulsNathan Heaney vs Gerome WarbutonAlex Murphy vs Josh HolmesAqib Fiaz vs Jordan FlynnItauma is set to fight Franklin on his highly anticipated returnWarren represents 20-year-old knockout artist ItaumaGETTYItauma vs Franklin: What has been said?Founder of Queensberry, Frank Warren, is hosting the Magnificent 7 card as part of his celebrations for being a licensed British boxing promoter for 45 years.He said: “We are thrilled to be delivering such a strong Magnificent 7 bounty for the fans in our first UK show of 2026.“It is a statement of intent for the New Year and a sign of things to come… “This show will also effectively celebrate my 45th year in the professional business, and I believe this card certainly does justice to the occasion.“I am very happy to have our heavyweight prodigy, Moses, topping the bill in another perfect test of his unquestionable credentials against a very tough American in Jermain Franklin.”