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Filip Hrgovic wins vacant IBF heavyweight title against Moses Itauma

Filip Hrgovic secured the vacant IBF heavyweight world title by defeating Moses Itauma via a ninth-round technical knockout at the O2 Arena in London. Despite Itauma's early dominance and a second-round knockdown of Hrgovic, the 21-year-old British prospect suffered from severe fatigue in the later rounds.

As Itauma's energy waned, Hrgovic mounted a comeback, leading to a stoppage after the corner threw in the towel. Following the bout, Itauma was hospitalized for precautionary checks but has since been discharged. Hrgovic, the first Croatian heavyweight world champion, expressed his intention to pursue unification fights against contenders like Daniel Dubois and Agit Kabayel.

The lead-up to the fight was marked by high tension, including a physical altercation during the official weigh-in where Itauma shoved Hrgovic off the stage, resulting in Hrgovic retaliating with a slap. Under IBF regulations, Hrgovic must next face mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez before pursuing other titleholders.

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DAZN · Filip Hrgovic · Frank Warren · IBF · Moses Itauma · O2 Arena · Queensberry Promotions

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  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Filip Hrgovic predicted Moses Itauma would not reach the promised land. www.badlefthook.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Moses Itauma stated he fell short against a more experienced opponent. boxingnews.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Filip Hrgovic is the first heavyweight champion from Croatia. www.badlefthook.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Trainer Abel Sanchez noted that Itauma's punches were not as powerful as expected. www.boxingnews24.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Moses Itauma was hospitalized as a precautionary measure following his loss. boxingnews.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Filip Hrgovic won the vacant IBF heavyweight title. www.badlefthook.com

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