Hrgovic sets conditions for second Itauma clash

Heavyweight boxing champion Filip Hrgovic has expressed conditions for a potential rematch with challenger Moses Itauma. The 34-year-old Hrgovic secured the vacant world title by stopping Itauma in the ninth round on August 29, an upset victory that made him the underdog's biggest champion. Itauma, 21, had been considered a potential second-youngest heavyweight world champion before the loss.

Hrgovic informed Ring Magazine that no rematch request had been made, then stated that once he becomes undisputed champion, he will grant Itauma a rematch. Hrgovic's next fight is expected to be in early 2027, potentially against Cuba's Frank Sanchez, who has already agreed to vacate his title so the rematch can occur. Should Hrgovic win that fight, the next target is likely Daniel Dubois, with a possible pursuit of the WBC champion Agit Kabayel for a unification bout.

The WBA super title will be contested in December between Fury and Joshua, who are also expected to meet in December. Itauma's promoter, Frank Warren, anticipates the 2027 rematch announcement within two weeks and wants his fighter to face a known opponent first.