Moses Itauma Needs Ten Fights In 2027 To Rebuild
Moses Itauma said he will return after being stopped in Round 9, as Filip Hrgovic claimed the vacant IBF heavyweight title.
- On Saturday, Filip Hrgovic stopped Moses Itauma in the ninth round to claim the vacant IBF heavyweight title at The O2. The 21-year-old from Chatham left the arena on a stretcher and was discharged from hospital after precautionary medical checks.
- Facing a world-class opponent for the first time in 15 fights, Itauma struggled against the experienced Croatian. Hrgovic sensed exhaustion early and neutralized the Brit's power, forcing the corner to throw in the towel.
- Addressing the loss on Instagram Sunday, Itauma said, "We attempted greatness and we just fell short to the more experienced man." He vowed "I'll be back" and thanked Queensberry Promotions for the opportunity.
- Promoter Frank Warren believes Itauma requires a tactical rethink to reach the top. Warren noted the fighter must improve his "ring craft" and stop focusing solely on securing knockouts.
- Analyst Chris Algieri questioned whether Itauma can recover from the "beating" handed to him by Hrgovic. The heavyweight will likely rebuild through undercard slots rather than headline bouts.
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Britain's Moses Itauma suffered a shock defeat to Croatia's Filip Hrgovic after 14 wins. The 21-year-old boxer was carried out of the arena on a stretcher.
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Itauma left hospital overnight after undergoing precautionary medical checks in the wake of a gruelling clash
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Moses Itauma Must Fire Ben Davison After Filip Hrgovic Disaster
Moses Itauma learned the hard way that talent without stamina gets exposed in deep waters. His ninth-round stoppage loss to Filip Hrgovic showed glaring flaws in preparation. The blame rests ... continue Moses Itauma Must Fire Ben Davison After Filip Hrgovic Disaster @ Boxing News 24
Young British boxing star Moses Itauma required oxygen and medical attention after his first professional defeat against Croatian champion Filip Hrgović.
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