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Moses Itauma to fight for vacant IBF Heavyweight title after Usyk vacates belt
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Moses Itauma to fight for vacant IBF Heavyweight title after Usyk vacates belt

British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma will compete for the vacant IBF Heavyweight title against Croatia's Filip Hrgovic on 29 August at London's O2 Arena. This follows Oleksandr Usyk's decision to vacate his titles. Initially, mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez was set to face Itauma, but a lucrative agreement allowed Sanchez to postpone his title shot in exchange for a future opportunity. The IBF confirmed the arrangement, keeping Sanchez as the No. 1 contender. Itauma, undefeated with 14 wins and 12 knockouts, aims to become the second-youngest heavyweight champion in history. Hrgovic, with a strong recent winning streak, poses a significant challenge. Promoter Frank Warren supports Itauma's readiness for the big stage.

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Moses Itauma to fight for vacant IBF Heavyweight title after Usyk vacates belt

British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma will compete for the vacant IBF Heavyweight title against Croatia's Filip Hrgovic on 29 August at London's O2 Arena. This follows Oleksandr Usyk's decision to vacate his titles. Initially, mandatory challenger Frank Sanchez was set to face Itauma, but a lucrative agreement allowed Sanchez to postpone his title shot in exchange for a future opportunity. The IBF confirmed the arrangement, keeping Sanchez as the No. 1 contender. Itauma, undefeated with 14 wins and 12 knockouts, aims to become the second-youngest heavyweight champion in history. Hrgovic, with a strong recent winning streak, poses a significant challenge. Promoter Frank Warren supports Itauma's readiness for the big stage.

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