Dave Allen faced a tough battle against Arslanbek Makhmudov but managed to persevere until the end. Despite struggling to make an impact against the formidable opponent, Allen refused to give up and took the fight to the 10th round before admitting defeat. He acknowledged that Makhmudov was simply too strong and skilled for him.
In a display of determination, Allen chose to stay in the fight despite his corner’s advice to withdraw, citing his past decisions to quit prematurely in other matches. The heavyweight fighter expressed his desire to entertain the crowd and fight until the last bell, even though he knew he was outmatched.
Throughout the bout, Allen stuck to his strategy of allowing Makhmudov to press forward, hoping to find an opening. However, the Russian proved to be relentless and dominant, ultimately securing a convincing victory. Despite the loss, Allen remained optimistic about his future in boxing, considering the possibility of competing for a British title in the future.
Makhmudov, on the other hand, set his sights on a potential showdown with Anthony Joshua, aiming to capitalize on his recent success. The former world champion expressed eagerness to face Makhmudov in the ring, signaling a potential clash between the two fighters in the near future.