Filip Hrgovic is set to make the first defense of his IBF heavyweight title against Frank Sanchez in Croatia. BoxingScene understands the contest will happen in early 2027.
FILIP Hrgović will defend his IBF heavyweight world title in Croatia against Cuban Frank Sanchez. The bout is planned for early 2027, with several locations being considered, including arenas.
Promoter Frank Warren confirmed that work is underway to organize this historic event, which should be held in front of a Croatian audience in early 2027, with Arena Zagreb being the venue...
Sanchez will be the opponent because he let Itauma and Hrgović fight for the title even though he was the first to fight. We are working on that big match for the beginning of next year