Hrgović defeats Itauma for vacant IBF heavyweight title

Filip Hrgović defeated Moses Itauma to win the vacant IBF heavyweight championship.

By Sama News Agency
September 4, 2026
Two boxers exchange blows in a professional boxing ring during an intense match, with one fighter throwing a punch while the other defends, surrounded by ropes and arena lighting.
Filip Hrgović (left) defeated Moses Itauma to win the vacant IBF heavyweight championship in a competitive bout at the arena. (The Guardian — Sport)
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Filip Hrgović won the vacant IBF heavyweight championship, defeating Moses Itauma in their title bout at the O2.

Sam Noakes scored the biggest win of his career on the undercard, outclassing former world champion Denys Berinchyk in a 10-round unanimous decision. The 29-year-old from Kent controlled the fight throughout, taking the bout by scores of 100-90, 99-91 and 98-92.

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