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George Sessions

Moses Itauma expects ‘long night’ in IBF title fight against Filip Hrgovic

Moses Itauma will fight for the IBF crowd at O2 Arena on August 29 (Nick Potts/PA) - (PA Wire)

British heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma has acknowledged he is not always comfortable under the bright lights, but is ready to come through a “long night” with Filip Hrgovic and embrace destiny.

Itauma can become the second-youngest world heavyweight champion of all-time behind Mike Tyson on August 29 when the IBF crown is on the line at O2 Arena, but experienced Croatian operator Hrgovic stands in the way.

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