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Moses Itauma loses IBF heavyweight title fight to Filip Hrgovic

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Moses Itauma loses IBF heavyweight title fight to Filip Hrgovic
Summary

Moses Itauma faced Filip Hrgovic at the O2 Arena and lost in the ninth round as his corner stopped the fight. The matchup highlighted Itauma's impressive skills but exposed his lack of experience in high-stakes bouts. Despite showing early promise, Itauma struggled to maintain his performance and ultimately succumbed to Hrgovic's seasoned strategy. The defeat marks Itauma's first loss in his professional career. Medical attention was required post-fight as Itauma left the arena on a stretcher.

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  • •Itauma's corner stopped the fight in the ninth round
  • •Hrgovic claimed the vacant IBF heavyweight title
  • •Itauma displayed sharp skills but lacked endurance
  • •This was Itauma's first professional loss in 15 fights
  • •Hrgovic's experience proved crucial in the later rounds
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  • 6:08 AMYahoo Sports — Heavyweight Itauma handed harsh world-title lesson
  • 5:47 AMBBC Sport — Heavyweight Itauma handed harsh world-title lesson
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British heavyweight Moses Itauma was taught a harsh lesson at world level - what can he learn from defeat and where does the 21-year-old go next?

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British heavyweight Moses Itauma was taught a harsh lesson at world level - what can he learn from defeat and where does the 21-year-old go next?

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