Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic prepare for heavyweight title fight this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic face off for a vacant heavyweight title in London this weekend. Itauma, at just 21, aims to secure his first championship, stating he is focused on winning rather than any age records. Hrgovic, 34, remains confident, dismissing Itauma's youth and claiming his own experience will play a crucial role. Both fighters participated in a final press conference where they exchanged statements about their capabilities and expectations for the match, heightening anticipation for the bout.
- •Fight takes place in London this weekend.
- •Itauma aims to become a world champion at age 21.
- •Hrgovic emphasizes his experience over Itauma's youth.
- •Final press conference featured spirited exchanges between the fighters.
- 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — ‘This fight is what I’ve wanted’: Moses Itauma satisfied he has title opportunity at hand
"Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic contend for a vacant belt this weekend.
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