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Moses Itauma to face ‘top 10 heavyweight’ before pursuing Hrgovic rematch

Frank Warren has promised a reputable opponent for ’s comeback fight, while Filip Hrgovic is also expected to defend his title early next year. The pair delivered a thrilling spectacle in August, with Itauma attempting to become the youngest world…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 7:39 AM
Moses Itauma to face ‘top 10 heavyweight’ before pursuing Hrgovic rematch
Key Things to Know
  • Moses Itauma will fight a top-10 ranked heavyweight before potentially pursuing a rematch with Filip Hrgovic.
  • Promoter Frank Warren expects to announce Itauma's comeback fight date and Daniel Dubois's title defense soon.
  • Hrgovic is set to defend his vacant IBF heavyweight title against mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez in Zagreb.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Moses Itauma will face a top-10 ranked heavyweight opponent for his comeback bout before targeting a potential rematch against Filip Hrgovic. Promoter Frank Warren confirmed that an announcement regarding the 21-year-old's return date is expected soon, alongside updates on Daniel Dubois's title defense and Hrgovic's next appearance.

Itauma suffered a ninth-round stoppage defeat to Hrgovic in August after dominating early rounds in an attempt to become the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson. Hrgovic, who captured the vacant IBF title, must first defend the belt against mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez early next year in Zagreb before any rematch can materialize.

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