Moses Itauma preparing for world title fight against Filip Hrgovic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Moses Itauma will face Filip Hrgovic on August 29 at London’s O2 Arena for the IBF heavyweight title. The 21-year-old Itauma remains unbeaten and is seen as a fresh option in a heavyweight boxing dominated by veteran fighters Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, who are considered past their peak. Joshua recently fought Kristian Prenga, while Fury faced 46-year-old Mariusz Wach in Thailand. Itauma's upcoming bout is anticipated as a key moment in British boxing history and could elevate him to championship status if successful.
- •Itauma faces Hrgovic for the IBF heavyweight title on August 29.
- •Itauma, 21, is unbeaten and a rising star in boxing.
- •The match marks a pivotal moment in British heavyweight boxing.
- •Joshua and Fury's latest fights have drawn limited fan interest.
- •Itauma's victory could lead to title unification opportunities.
- 2:43 PMYahoo Sports — Why Moses Itauma can be the perfect antidote to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua
"Comment: With the seemingly endless Joshua vs Fury saga tiring out fans, the electric Itauma can usurp his fellow Brits while fighting Filip Hrgovic for a world title
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