Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 is finally upon us – a heavyweight rematch set to headline a big night of boxing in London. The bout takes place at the Copper Box Arena on Saturday 17 May and marks the next fight for Johnny Fisher, an unbeaten 26-year-old prospect, while giving Dave Allen a shot at revenge on home soil. Their first meeting five months ago ended in controversy: Fisher survived a knockdown and edged a razor-thin split decision in Saudi Arabia, on the undercard of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk, though many observers felt Allen had deserved the win.
Dave Allen, 33, was left heartbroken by that result and enters this rematch as a determined underdog with a record of 23 wins, 7 losses and 2 draws. Fisher (13-0, 11 KOs) remains undefeated and will be eager to prove that his initial victory was no fluke.
Despite the bad blood over the judging, there is mutual respect between the two British heavyweights, who were once sparring partners. The Romford Bull Fisher and the White Rhino Allen put on a thrilling battle last time, and fans are expecting another entertaining clash. The stage is now set at the sold-out Copper Box Arena, with a lively crowd anticipated. Below, we break down all the key details for fight night – from the UK start time and ring walk schedule to TV broadcast info, undercard match-ups, and predictions for this eagerly awaited rematch.
Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 UK Fight Time and Ring Walks
Date & venue: The Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 fight card takes place tonight, Saturday 17 May, at the Copper Box Arena in London. Doors open in the evening, and the fight card is due to begin at 7:00 pm BST for the undercard action. As always in boxing, exact timings can vary, but the main event ring walks for Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 are expected at approximately 10:00 pm BST. That means the two heavyweights should be in the ring around ten o’clock local time, barring any unforeseen delays earlier in the night. Fans watching in the UK can plan their evening accordingly – the rematch will likely headline around ten, giving a few hours of build-up fights beforehand.
It’s worth noting that fight schedules can shift if undercard bouts end early or run long, so the 10 pm ring walk time is an estimate. The atmosphere by that point is sure to be electric inside the Copper Box. With both fighters set for a high-stakes 10-round contest, the timing puts the climax of the show in prime time on a Saturday night. For context to overseas viewers, 10 pm BST is 5 pm ET in the US and 2 pm PT, but UK fans will be firmly focused on that late-evening showdown slot.
How to Watch Fisher vs Allen 2 in the UK
British boxing fans can catch all the action live on television and online. Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 is being broadcast exclusively on DAZN in the UK – the streaming platform which holds rights to Matchroom Boxing events. The coverage on DAZN is set to start from 7 pm BST alongside the undercard and will run through the main event. Viewers will need a subscription to watch; plans start at £14.99 per month in the UK, and DAZN is accessible via its app on smart TVs, streaming sticks, mobile devices, or online. There is no additional pay-per-view fee beyond the standard subscription, as this event is part of DAZN’s monthly offering.
For those who prefer audio or cannot tune in to the video stream, BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra will have live commentary of the fight night. The BBC’s radio coverage is scheduled to begin at 8:00 pm BST on the Sports Extra channel, before later joining 5 Live proper during the main event. This provides an alternative way to follow the action for fans on the go or without a DAZN subscription. However, the only way to watch the Fisher vs Allen rematch unfold is via the DAZN broadcast, as no traditional TV channel is airing the fight in the UK. The international audience can also stream the event on DAZN in over 200 countries, making this rematch widely accessible.
Full Fight Card and Estimated UK Fight Times
- Main Event: Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen
Heavyweight – 10 rounds
Approx. 10:00 PM BST
A highly anticipated rematch following their controversial first encounter, where Fisher edged out Allen via split decision. - John Hedges vs Nathan Quarless
Cruiserweight – 10 rounds
For the English Cruiserweight Title
Approx. 9:00 PM BST
Hedges, an Essex-born prospect, steps up in class against the experienced Quarless. - Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton
Middleweight – 12 rounds
For the vacant British & Commonwealth Middleweight Titles
Approx. 8:15 PM BST
Conway, a seasoned contender, faces Warburton for the prestigious titles. - George Liddard vs Aaron Sutton
Middleweight – 10 rounds
British Title Eliminator
Approx. 7:30 PM BST
An eliminator bout with significant implications for the British middleweight scene. - Shannon Ryan vs Fara El Bousairi
Super-Flyweight – 8 rounds
Approx. 7:00 PM BST
Ryan, a rising star in the division, takes on the experienced El Bousairi. - Jimmy Sains vs Gideon Onyenani
Middleweight – 6 rounds
Approx. 6:15 PM BST
Sains aims to maintain his unbeaten record against the durable Onyenani. - Taylor Bevan vs Juan Cruz Cacheiro
Super-Middleweight – 6 rounds
Approx. 5:30 PM BST
Bevan continues his professional journey against Argentina’s Cacheiro. - Emmanuel Buttigieg vs Novak Radulovic
Middleweight – 6 rounds
Approx. 4:45 PM BST
Buttigieg looks to impress early in the evening against veteran Radulovic.
In the end, the rematch looks like a classic “repeat or revenge” scenario. Will it be a repeat victory for Johnny Fisher, solidifying his status as one of Britain’s brightest heavyweight prospects? Or can Dave Allen achieve revenge and a career-defining win at the second attempt?
