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Itauma brushes off 'school' jibes as he aims to be youngest heavyweight champ since Tyson
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: JAMES ELLINGWORTH, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· August 28, 2026
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Key points Itauma's opponent has made aggressive comments, but the 21-year-old remains focused. Itauma will face Filip Hrgovic, who has a record of 21-1, for the IBF title.
Moses Itauma is pursuing a historic title. He aims to become the second youngest heavyweight champion. Itauma's opponent has made aggressive comments, but the 21-year-old remains focused.
His record is undefeated, with 14 wins and no losses. Itauma will face Filip Hrgovic, who has a record of 21-1, for the IBF title.
Further details about the upcoming match are available, including the comments made by Itauma's opponent and the significance of the title for Itauma's career.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
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