LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 28: Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic face-off ahead of their IBF World Heavyweight title fight during the Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic: Natural Born Thriller weigh in at Spitalfields on August 28, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
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Moses Itauma and Filip Hrgovic were unable to contain their rivalry until Saturday’s official fight night. During the weigh-in and face-off for the IBF heavyweight championship, Itauma aggressively shoved Hrgovic off the stage, prompting Hrgovic to retaliate with a slap. While perhaps a touch of theatricals, this is a legitimate heavyweight championship fight that is compelling even before the first bell. Below are the details on when and how to watch the bout.
Key Facts At A Glance
| Fight: | Moses Itauma vs. Filip Hrgovic, 12 rounds |
| Title: | Vacant IBF heavyweight championship |
| Date: | Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 |
| Venue: | The O2 Arena, London |
| Broadcast: | DAZN pay-per-view worldwide |
| Price: | $59.99 U.S. / £24.99 U.K. |
| Card start: | 6:30 p.m. BST / 1:30 p.m. ET |
| Main event ring walks: | 10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. BST |
| Itauma: | 14-0, 12 KOs, age 21, southpaw, 241.7 pounds |
| Hrgovic: | 20-1, 15 KOs, age 34, orthodox, 236.2 pounds |
What Time Does Itauma Vs. Hrgovic Start?
The event at The O2 Arena commences at 6:30 p.m. BST, with the main event ring walks scheduled between 10 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. BST.
Start Times By Region
| Region | Card Start | Main Event Ring Walks |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (BST) | 6:30 p.m. | 10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. |
| U.S. Eastern (ET) | 1:30 p.m. | 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| U.S. Pacific (PT) | 10:30 a.m. | 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
How Can You Watch The Fight?
DAZN offers the card as a pay-per-view worldwide for $59.99 in the United States and £24.99 in the United Kingdom. DAZN Ultimate subscribers can access the broadcast at no additional cost.
Who Else Is On The Card?
Queensberry Promotions has assembled an 11-bout schedule for the O2 Arena, featuring three championship encounters.
Full Card
| Bout | Division | At Stake |
|---|---|---|
| Moses Itauma vs. Filip Hrgovic | Heavyweight | Vacant IBF world heavyweight title |
| Sam Noakes vs. Denys Berinchyk | Lightweight | None |
| Constantin Ursu vs. Ben Vaughan | Welterweight | British and Commonwealth titles |
| Nelson Hysa vs. Thomas Narmo | Heavyweight | WBO Global title |
| Guido Vianello vs. Moses Jolly | Heavyweight | None |
| Aloys Youmbi vs. Sherif Musah | Cruiserweight | None |
| Abnor Jashari vs. Numan Hussain | Super featherweight | None |
| Frankie Wood vs. Callum Lee | Featherweight | None |
| Sam King vs. Jack Swallow | Middleweight | None |
| Zayn Ahmed vs. Liam Fitzmaurice | Super bantamweight | None |
| Hassan Ishaq vs. Enzo Bahiano Munoz | Super bantamweight | None |
What Is Actually On The Line?
Although Hrgovic is the more experienced veteran, Itauma presents a more imposing physical profile, with a noticeably larger head and neck. The consensus is that Itauma possesses superior hand speed and power. At just 21 years old, Itauma is attempting to become the youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson. Conversely, a victory or a highly competitive performance from Hrgovic would significantly elevate his market standing. Nevertheless, the general expectation is a coronation, marking the official dawn of the Itauma era. The IBF title is vacant following Oleksandr Usyk’s relinquishment of the belt in June, while Frank Sanchez secured a step-aside payment, positioning him as the likely mandatory challenger for the winner.
Recent Form
| Fighter | Last Three Results |
|---|---|
| Itauma | KO1 Dillian Whyte, KO5 Jermaine Franklin, undefeated in 14 |
| Hrgovic | UD10 Joe Joyce, UD10 David Adeleye, TKO3 Dave Allen |
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