Dave Allen
7 stories covering Dave Allen — news, results and analysis.
Johnny Fisher vs Dillian Whyte 'Agreed in Principle' for Zuffa Boxing
A handshake deal pits 14-1 fan-favourite Fisher against ex-title challenger Whyte (31-4). Dave Allen, who's beaten both, isn't backing the younger man.
Oct 1, 2026
Dave Allen Eyes Andy Ruiz Jr for a Career-Ending Farewell Fight
Allen has boxed five times in 2026 and wants the ex-unified champ as his last dance. Talks with Eddie Hearn are 'looking good to happen'.
Sep 22, 2026
Dave Allen Wants Andy Ruiz Jr for His 40th and Final Fight
Fresh off a decision loss to Damian Knyba, Ruiz already has options — including a farewell bout with Doncaster's Dave Allen, who eyes a December return.
Sep 19, 2026
Dave Allen's Warning to Moses Itauma After Stretcher Exit vs Hrgovic
Itauma's 14-0 run ended in a round-nine collapse against Filip Hrgovic. Dave Allen, stretchered from the same arena in 2019, says he was never the same.
Sep 16, 2026
Dave Allen Wants No Contest With Thomas Carty Overturned to a Win
Ninety seconds in, a clinch shot sent Carty through the ropes at Croke Park. Allen says he's taking his case to the boxing board.
Sep 6, 2026
Dave Allen Downplays Hrgovic's Power Before Itauma Title Fight
Allen was stopped in three by Hrgovic in May but still won't rank the Croatian among heavyweight's biggest hitters. Itauma, 14-0, chases history at the O2.
Aug 28, 2026
Itauma vs Hrgovic: Dave Allen Backs Sub-3-Round KO in London
Allen, stopped by Hrgovic in three rounds in May, still tips 21-year-old Itauma to finish fast — but warns the Croatian is badly underestimated.
Aug 27, 2026