Filip Hrgovic wins IBF heavyweight title after stopping Moses Itauma

Filip Hrgović captured the IBF heavyweight title with a surprise stoppage of Britain’s Moses Itauma last month, ending the bout in the eighth round after a relentless exchange that left the Croatian fighter ahead on the judges’ scorecards. The 34‑year‑old, who entered the ring as a relative underdog, secured the victory by withstanding a barrage of punches before delivering the decisive blow that forced the referee to intervene.

In a post‑fight interview, Hrgović described the encounter as a “hard fight,” noting that he absorbed a large number of heavy shots that resulted in bruising and a lingering headache for several days. He added that, despite feeling “fucked up” and fatigued, he returned to the gym the following Wednesday to resume training, underscoring his determination to recover quickly and prepare for future challenges as the new IBF champion.