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Defeat not end of Moses-Hrgovic title dream, insists Warren
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Defeat for either Moses Itauma or Filip Hrgovic will not spell the end of their heavyweight title ambitions, insists George Warren.
The Briton and the Croatian meet at The O2 Arena for the IBF strap in London tonight, live on DAZN Pay-Per-View and Ultimate.
For both men, it marks the biggest bout of their lives, and comes as a crowded glamour division faces a generational sea change.
Speaking to DAZN News however, Warren is confident that whatever the result, both will still have further opportunities for glory.
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"Whoever wins this is going to be involved in some big unification fights, but for the loser, it's not the end of the world," he stated.
"They can come back, they'll be able to challenge again if they come through some potential fights. Fighters want opportunities.
"They've got to be progressed properly. When they want to step up, you've got to make competitive fights fans will buy tickets for.
"We're seeing fighters here engaging. It's not the end of the world if you lose. But if you win, you can progress to the next level."
If Hrgovic upsets the pre-bout odds, the star would remarkably become the oldest active champion in the heavyweight division.
Warren does not fear that the star is running out of road if he fails here though, adding: "He's not a particularly old 34-year-old.
"He's not got mountains of miles on the clock. He's had a bit of a stop-start career. We've been able to give him a bit more fluidity
"But at the end of the day, it's how you lose as well. If he loses this fight on a close decision, it doesn't mean your career stops."
What awaits Hrgovic if defeat comes?
DAZN News correspondent Andrew Steel
If you believe the bookmakers, Filip Hrgovic will be heading for a second career loss tonight - and with it, a missed opportunity.
The Croatian has bided his time waiting for his world title shot, and will be determined to ensure that he seizes it firmly in London.
But should he come away with a defeat, he will be heartened by the knowledge his backers believe it is not the end of the road.
Queensberry Promotions have proven themselves particularly attuned to the needs of a mouthwatering glamour-division stable.
As such, you would expect another chance to come sooner rather than later. But Hrgovic will surely bid to ensure it is not needed.
Moses vs. Hrgovic - exclusively on DAZN PPV
Watch Moses Itauma take the next step in his unstoppable career against Filip Hrgovic on Saturday, August 29, only on DAZN.
Buy as a one-off PPV or included along with Canelo vs. Mbilli (Oct) PPVs with a DAZN Ultimate Tier subscription.
