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Moses Itauma set to be ordered for heavyweight world title fight against fellow Brit

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Moses Itauma is fast becoming one of the most exciting fighters in the sport and the Kent-based phenomenon looks set to be mandated for a shot at the heavyweight throne.

Itauma has fought on 14 occasions since his 2023 debut and has rose into title contention with wins over Demsey McKean, Mike Balogun, Dillian Whyte and, most recently, Jermaine Franklin Jr – who he halted after five rounds of action last month.

In the post-fight interview following that win, promoter Frank Warren unveiled plans for Itauma to return to action in July and then challenge for the heavyweight crown at the end of the calendar year.

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Currently, the WBA route seems to be the most likely option, especially if Oleksandr Usyk chooses to vacate or is stripped of the title and reigning WBA Regular champion Murat Gassiev is elevated to full world champion.

Alternatively, the IBF title is another that Usyk may either relinquish or lose; consequently meaning that the winner of Frank Sanchez versus Richard Torrez Jr. could either be upgraded or positioned for a vacant title shot.

Yet, despite fans’ demand for a clash between Itauma and Usyk, it seems as though he could attempt to dethrone a different reigning champion, due to his ranking as the number one contender with the WBO.

Speaking to ThaBoxingVoice, WBO President Gustavo Olivieri revealed that Itauma is likely to be named as their mandatory challenger and ordered for a shot at the victor of Fabio Wardley vs. Daniel Dubois.

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“In light of Moses’ recent victory, against a well-rated contender in Franklin, I will formally recommend that he be designated as the mandatory challenger of the heavyweight division in the WBO.

“If they [the committee] vote, which I presume and expect that that is going to be the vote, Moses will be designated as the mandatory. Now, the question is, when will the mandatory be enforced, in other words, called?

“That remains to be seen; it could be called immediately after the Wardley-Dubois fight or thereafter, that is a discussion that the committee has.”

Current champion Wardley and Itauma train out of the same gym, and Wardley has said that the only situation in which a fight between them would become a serious conversation is if they held all the belts and could fight for undisputed. Should he beat Dubois, fans can expect Itauma to pursue one of the other titles.

However, if Dubois becomes a two-time champion on May 9 by beating Wardley, there is nothing standing in the way of Itauma looking to enforce his mandatory position.

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Bizarre Lineage Planet Waves guide

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Planet Waves was one of the seven Stands added with Bizarre Lineage Update 1 as a primarily ranged combat option. This Stand can be obtained using a Meteorite Arrow, a craftable item that requires resources from the Update 1 Raid battles. Being a ranged Stand, Planet Waves is an excellent PvE tool, allowing you to make short work of regular enemies and bosses alike through powerful meteor showers.

Here’s everything you need to know about Planet Waves in Bizarre Lineage.


How to get Planet Waves in Bizarre Lineage

Use a Meteorite Arrow to get Planet Waves (Image via Roblox)Use a Meteorite Arrow to get Planet Waves (Image via Roblox)
Use a Meteorite Arrow to get Planet Waves (Image via Roblox)

Planet Waves, like Death 13, can be obtained through a specific item without relying on the Stand Arrow or Lucky Arrow RNG. The chief component required to get this Stand is the Meteorite Arrow, a craftable item. In order to craft it, you need a Meteor Fragment and a Mysterious Arrow.

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Meteor Fragments are rare drops from Legendary Chests, while Mysterious Arrows are random boss drops from the three Update 1 Raids in Bizarre Lineage. You can farm Legendary Chests from the aforementioned Raids as well, so you don’t have to go out of your way to pursue them. As for Mysterious Arrows, the odds of receiving one through the three Raids are decent, though it may take a few tries to get it to drop.

Once you have these items, head to Gupta, the Crafting NPC, and craft the Meteorite Arrow. Then, use it from your inventory to instantly gain access to Planet Waves.

The Bizarre Lineage Prison Escape Raid battle guide goes over everything to do in the most mechanically complex Raid battle of the game.


Planet Waves moveset and game plan in Bizarre Lineage

Meteor Rain in action (Image via Roblox || YouTube/@builderboytvofficial)Meteor Rain in action (Image via Roblox || YouTube/@builderboytvofficial)
Meteor Rain in action (Image via Roblox || YouTube/@builderboytvofficial)

As mentioned previously, Planet Waves is primarily a ranged Stand, making it well-suited for sniping enemies from afar. Because of this, its combo potential is fairly low, but that does not make it any less effective than the likes of Death 13 or Diver Down. Its heavy ranged focus makes it one of the best Stands in the game to take on bosses like Heaven Ascended DIO or Death 13. Securing a high rank with this Stand is a cinch.

While in melee range, Planet Waves automatically summons meteors as part of its passive ability. This can create some space between you and the opponent, so that you may retreat and continue your barrage of ranged skills to pressure or defeat them.

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Here is a complete list of its moves, along with their respective properties:

  • Barrage: Standard melee barrage move.
  • Breaker: Powerful melee burst attack. Can be used to knock the opponent back.
  • Meteor Rain: Summons a long meteor shower. The most powerful ability in Planet Waves’ skills.
  • Lucky Meteor: Randomly summons meteors to strike nearby enemies.
  • The Meteor: Summons a massive meteor for a lot of damage.
  • Meteor Waves: Summons a straight line of meteors. Meteor line position shifts based on your movement.

The best skill in Planet Waves’ arsenal is Meteor Rain, which has the Stand conjure a meteor shower that continues for a long time. It can easily shred through the health pools of boss enemies, including the mighty The World Overheaven Raid.

Optimizing its damage is also simple through perks like Justice, Death Valley, and Repose that come with the Stand. Stack Perks like Play with Your Food, Resourceful, and The Godfather to make Planet Waves a dominating force on the battlefield.

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FAQs on Bizarre Lineage

How do I get Planet Waves in Bizarre Lineage?

Planet Waves can be obtained upon using a Meteorite Arrow, which you can craft with a Mysterious Arrow and a Meteor Fragment.

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What does Planet Waves specialize in?

Planet Waves specializes in ranged combat, piling on plenty of damage through meteor showers.

How do I get Mysterious Arrows in Bizarre Lineage?

Mysterious Arrows can be farmed from the Death 13, The World Overheaven, and Prison Escape Raid battles.