Did Moses Itauma Lose to Hrgovic? Yes — How Hrgovic Stopped Him in Round 9 at O2

UPDATE: Nov 2, 2026- British-Nigerian heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma (14-1, 12 KOs) don finally break silence 4 days after shocking TKO loss to Filip Hrgovic (21-1, 16 KOs) at The O2 Arena London.

TRENDING NOV 2: Tony Bellew urge Itauma to face Jarrell Miller for Jan 2027 comeback. Hrgovic says rematch only after he becomes undisputed, close to fight Frank Sanchez in Zagreb.

At Club Eight 3 gym launch in Chatham (Oct 20): “For a long time I couldn’t accept it happened. I was winning so comfortably, and then all of a sudden my body just started shutting itself down. I started moving in slow motion, he was in fast motion. I’m gutted.”

He added: “I watched it back 2-3 times, I just get annoyed every time. I was arm’s length away from greatness.”

What Happened in Itauma vs Hrgovic?

Moses Itauma, 21-year-old of Nigerian parents, suffered first career defeat at O2 Arena London. According to Boxing News Online:

• Dropped Hrgovic in Round 2 with right hook
• Outlanded Hrgovic 110-48 through 6 rounds
• Winning 80-71 on two judges scorecards after Round 8
• On course to become youngest heavyweight champion since Mike Tyson
• Round 9: Hrgovic turned it around, stopped Itauma by TKO to win vacant IBF heavyweight title

Why Moses Itauma Gassed Out – Real Reason

First ever 12-round world title fight. He fought at very high pace vs 34-year-old veteran. At 21, body shut down. Hrgovic absorbed early assault and waited.

Is Moses Itauma Nigerian?

Yes. Moses Itauma is of Nigerian descent. Parents from Nigeria. Celebrated in Naija as successor to Anthony Joshua.

Health Update: Was He Taken On Stretcher?

Yes, as precaution. After Round 9 stoppage, doctors took Itauma from ring on stretcher at O2. He is NOT in critical condition, has recovered and vowed comeback in January 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions: Did Moses Itauma Lose to Hrgovic?

FAQ 1
Q: Did Moses Itauma lose to Filip Hrgovic?
A: Yes, Moses Itauma lost to Filip Hrgovic by 9th round TKO at O2 Arena London, August 2026. It was his first loss. Hrgovic won the vacant IBF title after Itauma gassed out despite winning 80-71 on scorecards.

FAQ 2
Q: What happened to Moses Itauma after Hrgovic fight?
A: He was carried from the ring on stretcher as precaution after his body shut down in Round 9. He said “My body just started shutting itself down” and has recovered. Comeback January 2027.

FAQ 3
Q: Is Moses Itauma still undefeated?
A: No, he is now 14-1 with 12 KOs after losing to Hrgovic. He was previously 14-0. Hrgovic improved to 21-1.