Moses Itauma faces Filip Hrgovic for IBF heavyweight title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Moses Itauma, 21, is set to fight Filip Hrgovic on Saturday at London's O2 Arena for the vacant IBF heavyweight title. Itauma enters the match undefeated at 14-0 with 12 KOs, while Hrgovic has a record of 20-1 with 15 KOs. Carl Froch endorsed Itauma’s abilities, citing his speed and reflexes, but acknowledged Hrgovic's experience. Hrgovic aims to secure his first full world title after a recent three-fight winning streak following his lone defeat. The bout marks a significant step in both fighters' careers as Itauma seeks to become the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson.
- •Itauma holds a 14-0 record, Hrgovic 20-1.
- •Fight takes place at London's O2 Arena this Saturday.
- •Froch praises Itauma's speed and reflexes.
- •Hrgovic is coming off three consecutive wins.
- •A win for Itauma would break a historical record.
- 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Subconscious’ Moses Itauma skill will be crucial against Filip Hrgovic, says Carl Froch
"Interview: Froch spoke ahead of Saturday’s fight, in which 21-year-old Itauma faces Hrgovic for the vacant IBF heavyweight title
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