Johnny Fisher and Dave Allen are set to face off once again in a major rematch taking place in London this Saturday.
Fisher will defend his WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title and his perfect professional record at the Copper Box Arena.
Fisher, known as `The Romford Bull`, secured a controversial split decision victory in their initial bout, taking his record to 13-0-0. This result came despite Allen knocking Fisher down in the fifth round.
Two judges scored the fight 95-94 in favour of Fisher, while the third judge awarded it 96-93 to Allen, `The White Rhino`.
Allen`s record now stands at 23-7-2 following the loss. Notably, he has an impressive 18 knockout wins, a number greater than Fisher`s total number of professional fights.
Fisher, who is part of the `Bosh Army` alongside his father `Big John`, has spoken about his intense focus for the upcoming fight, mentioning he needs to treat his friend Allen as an “enemy” this time.
When is Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2?
- The Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 rematch is scheduled for Saturday, May 17, at the Copper Box Arena.
- The undercard is anticipated to begin around 7pm BST.
- Fisher and Allen are expected to make their ring walks approximately at 10pm BST.
How to watch Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 and is there a live stream?
- The fight card for Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 will be streamed live on DAZN in over 200 countries.
- DAZN offers two main membership options: an Annual Super Saver subscription at £119.99 / £14.99 (per month equivalent) or a Monthly Flexible pass for £24.99, which can be cancelled anytime.
- The event can be accessed via the DAZN TV channel or streamed through their website or mobile app.
- The main card is scheduled to start at 7pm BST, with the Fisher vs Allen main event expected around 10pm BST.
Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 full card
- Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen – for WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title.
- Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton – for BBBofC British middleweight title.
- George Liddard vs Aaron Sutton.
- Jimmy Sains vs Gideon Onyenani.
- John Hedges vs Nathan Quarless.
- Shannon Ryan vs Fara El Bousairi.
- Taylor Bevan vs Juan Cruz Cacheiro.
- Emmanuel Buttegieg vs Novak Radulovic.
What happened in Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 1?
Johnny Fisher won the first contest against Dave Allen by a result that many fans considered controversial.
Despite being dropped by Allen in the fifth round, Fisher won on the judges` scorecards via a split decision.
One judge scored the bout 96-93 in favour of Allen, while the other two judges scored it 95-94 for Fisher.
What has been said?
Johnny Fisher stated that he needs to treat Dave Allen as his “enemy” for this upcoming fight.
He acknowledged their friendly relationship outside the ring, saying it might have affected the first bout: “the build up to the fight (Fisher vs Allen 1), it was too friendly. It was too nice. I didn`t really get myself up for it. I need to be a little bit colder. I`m fighting him. He`s my enemy. I can`t be as nice. When I`m in the ring I`m not nice and I`ve got to harness that a little bit more. It means doing my job properly and my job is to win a boxing match.”
Dave Allen, perhaps feeling he was unfairly judged in the initial encounter, has applied pressure on Fisher ahead of the rematch. He remarked: “You could win this fight easily… This will be even more hectic than the first one. I want the third one.”
He also commented on Fisher`s abilities: “Talking boxing, you`re a great athlete. A phenomenal athlete… I would say a great athlete, and OK boxer. I`m a good athlete and a very good boxer.”
Will Big John be ringside for Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2?
John Fisher, known as `Big John` (a nickname he reportedly gave himself), is anticipated to be ringside supporting his son Johnny in the rematch against Dave Allen.
The father-son duo are famously fond of large Chinese takeaway orders; Johnny Fisher has apparently added Chinese food back into his diet for this fight camp, hoping it gives him an edge.
