Hrgovic Stops Itauma to Claim IBF Heavyweight Title

After being dominated by the 21-year-old British contender for most of the fight, 34-year-old Hrgovic mounted a late comeback. Itauma had dropped Hrgovic in the second round and controlled the bout with his speed and power until his stamina suddenly declined in the later rounds.

In the ninth round, Hrgovic rallied with granite-like determination, forcing the fatigued Itauma against the ropes. As the referee moved to stop the fight, Itauma's trainer also threw in the towel, ending the Briton's hopes of becoming the second-youngest heavyweight champion in history. goldparty.lat