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IBF heavyweight title bout: Hrgović vs Itauma

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Filip Hrgović has secured the vacant IBF heavyweight world title after defeating Moses Itauma at London’s O2 Arena via a ninth-round technical knockout. Despite entering the bout as an underdog, the 34-year-old Croatian heavyweight became the first Croatian professional boxer to win a world heavyweight title. The match was characterized by significant momentum shifts. Itauma initially dominated the early stages, scoring a knockdown against Hrgović in the second round. However, the 21-year-old British prospect, who had never previously fought beyond six rounds, suffered from severe exhaustion and poor energy management. This allowed Hrgović to mount a comeback that led his corner to throw in the towel. Following the bout, Itauma was carried out on a stretcher for precautionary checks regarding a leg injury and exhaustion. The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) has since issued Itauma a 45-day medical suspension, prohibiting him from participating in official matches or sparring sessions. Promoter Frank Warren expressed concern regarding the psychological impact of the defeat, noting the fighter will need time to recover before discussing future career steps. Tyson Fury has criticized the decision to pit Itauma against Hrgović so early, arguing that jumping from short matches directly into 12-round world title fights was a ~~mistake that could have cost~~ mistake. Trainer Abel Sanchez provided further context on the ~~prospect a massive career. In~~ victory, stating the ~~aftermath, Hrgović shared an emotional message~~ strategy focused on ~~social media, stating~~ maximizing Hrgović’s own attributes rather than adapting to Itauma’s speed. Sanchez also noted that ~~he proved those who doubted him wrong and had finally achieved~~ the bout became personal following a ~~dream held for 20 years. He also praised~~ weigh-in incident where Hrgović slapped Itauma ~~for~~ after being pushed, an ~~‘incredible fight’ and noted~~ act that reportedly enraged the ~~opponent’s bright future.~~ British fighter. While Hrgović has expressed interest in unification fights, the IBF is prioritizing a mandatory defense against Frank Sanchez.

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