Next week, Dave Allen faces perhaps his toughest test yet, as he fights Filip Hrgovic in a much-anticipated heavyweight clash.
Allen (25-8-2, 20 KOs) has undergone somewhat of a career resurgence in recent years, with fans galvanised by his unfortunate decision loss to Johnny Fisher in 2024 – a result that gave way to a stoppage win for Allen in their rematch last spring.
And while Allen, 34, was outpointed by Arslanbek Makhmudov in October, he bounced back with an emphatic first-round win over Karim Berredjem in February.
That win set up this bout with Hrgovic, who had an encouraging 2025 – outpointing Joe Joyce and David Adeleye – after suffering his first defeat: a doctor-enforced stoppage loss to Daniel Dubois in 2024.
Now the Croat (19-1, 14 KOs) is seeking a return to the world-title picture, but to get there, the 33-year-old must get past the “Doncaster De La Hoya” – in Doncaster, no less. Here’s all you need to know:
When is the fight?
Hrgovic vs Allen will take place on Saturday 16 May at the Eco-Power Stadium in Doncaster, UK. Exact timings for the event have not yet been confirmed, but the main card will likely begin at 7pm BST (11am PT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET), with main-event ring walks following at around 10pm BST (2pm PT / 4pm CT / 5pm ET).
How can I watch it?
The action will stream live exclusively on DAZN, a subscription to which is available here, with plans starting at £15.99 per month.
Hrgovic – 1/10
Allen – 11/2
Draw – 20/1
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Fight card in full
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Filip Hrgovic vs Dave Allen (heavyweight)
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