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Itauma reacts to Hrgovic's taunts before heavyweight title fight

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:59 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Itauma reacts to Hrgovic's taunts before heavyweight title fight
Summary

Moses Itauma expressed frustration over Filip Hrgovic's taunts ahead of their IBF heavyweight title fight on Saturday at the O2 Arena. Itauma, who is aiming for his 15th consecutive victory, stated that Hrgovic's comments are starting to get to him, despite feeling confident. Hrgovic has tried to undermine Itauma's confidence, suggesting that a victory could negatively impact his future. The fight has significant implications, as a win would make Itauma the second youngest heavyweight champion in history, behind Mike Tyson.

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  • •Itauma and Hrgovic will face off on Saturday in London.
  • •A win for Itauma could make him the second youngest heavyweight champion.
  • •Hrgovic has been taunting Itauma, undermining his experience.
  • •Itauma has knocked out all but two of his 14 opponents.
  • •The bout will test both fighters' mental resilience and strategy.
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  • 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Hrgovic taunts starting to wind me up - Itauma
  • 10:59 PMBBC Sport — Hrgovic taunts starting to wind me up - Itauma
What they're saying
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Moses Itauma says Filip Hrgovic's comments are starting to "wind him up" before their fight on Saturday.

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Moses Itauma says Filip Hrgovic's comments are starting to "wind him up" before their fight on Saturday.

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