Filip Hrgovic shares strong opinions on heavyweight division
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 10:34 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
IBF World Heavyweight champion Filip Hrgovic expressed his views on the state of the heavyweight division following Daniel Dubois's quick victory over Fabio Wardley. Speaking ringside after the fight, Hrgovic criticized Wardley for returning too soon from his previous bout, stating that he was not impressed by Dubois's performance. Hrgovic, seeking a rematch with Dubois, noted that he feels he can defeat him if healthy. Hrgovic is also set to face mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez next, which could lead to a title bout in Croatia.
- •Hrgovic criticized Wardley's quick return to the ring after injury.
- •He seeks a rematch with Dubois, citing his only professional loss.
- •Hrgovic plans to fight Frank Sanchez next, possibly in Croatia.
- •He expressed dissatisfaction with Bakhodir Jalolov's performance.
- 10:34 PMYahoo Sports — Filip Hrgovic Has Hot Takes On The Heavyweight Division
"The Croatian heavyweight champion didn't hold back his opinions about his fellow heavyweight contenders.
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