Moses Itauma will face the biggest test of his unbeaten career when he takes on Filip Hrgovic at London’s O2 Arena on August 29.
The heavyweight clash is expected to be officially announced in the coming days, with a press conference reportedly planned for next week. For Itauma, the fight represents a big step up in opposition after he quickly climbed the heavyweight ranks with a string of dominant victories.
The 21-year-old southpaw has amassed a 14-0 record with 12 knockouts and has yet to be taken past six rounds as a professional. His most recent victory came in March when he stopped Jermaine Franklin in five rounds, a performance that pushed him further into the world title conversation.
Hrgovic (20-1, 15 KOs) brings a much more experienced resume into the contest. The Croatian contender’s only loss came against Daniel Dubois in June 2024 when their IBF interim heavyweight title fight was halted due to cuts.
The Croatian contender’s only loss came against Daniel Dubois in June 2024 when their IBF interim heavyweight title fight was halted due to cuts.
After stopping Dave Allen in three rounds in May, Hrgovic made it clear he was interested in facing Itauma.
“Moses never reached the promised land. I want to fight anyone in the division, Moses, anyone,” Hrgovic said. Sky Sports Boxing.
“If I’m healthy, and I look like I am, there’s no problem for me. I never run from any opponent.”
The match answers growing calls for Itauma to face a proven contender after dispatching a string of lower-level opposition. Hrgovic is expected to provide the toughest test yet of the British prospect’s durability, stamina and ability to handle an opponent who can stretch him in the later rounds.
The fight will headline Itauma’s first event at the O2 Arena and could move the winner closer to a world title opportunity in one of boxing’s most competitive divisions.
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Last updated on 2026/06/18 at 18:51
