The Amateurs of Boxing: When Talent Meets Inexperience Filip Hrgovic's upset victory over Moses Itauma in their heavyweight bout has left many stunned, but Hrgovic himself seemed unsurprised.
He praised Itauma's talent and speed, but lamented that he "boxed like an amateur. " This assessment is a telling insight into the sport of boxing at its current juncture.
On one hand, fighters like Itauma possess incredible natural ability and punching power, but often lack the experience and strategic nous to capitalize on their gifts.