Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic are set to compete for the vacant IBF Heavyweight championship on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at London’s O2 Arena. The bout will be available to viewers through DAZN PPV, with the main card beginning at 1 p.m. ET. The IBF vacated the title following Oleksandr Usyk’s recent departure from the heavyweight division, creating this title opportunity for both combatants.
At just 21 years old, Itauma has a historic opportunity before him. Should he emerge victorious, he would become the second-youngest heavyweight champion ever, trailing only Mike Tyson, who captured the title in 1986 at age 20. Hrgovic, seeking to prevent this milestone and achieve his own championship aspirations, presents a formidable challenge to the young British fighter’s ambitions.
The card features several supporting bouts alongside the main event. Sam Noakes faces Denys Berinchyk in a 125-pound showdown, while Constantin Ursu takes on Ben Vaughan at 147 pounds. Additional matchups include Tony Curtis versus Nathan Gonzales, Abnor Jashari against Numan Hussain, and several other competitive fights. Early results from the undercard include Frankie Wood’s sixth-round knockout victory and Sam King’s unanimous decision win.
Fight enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in live commentary throughout the evening, sharing their reactions to the action as it unfolds on the London card.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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