Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 LIVE RESULT: Fisher given oxygen after brutal first loss of career – latest reaction
JOHNNY FISHER has been STOPPED by Dave Allen after a savage TKO defeat.
The thrilling rematch was warming up nicely at the Copper Box with Fisher winning all of the first four rounds, before Allen left Fisher requiring oxygen after a brutal finish.
On the undercard, George Liddard and Kieron Conway both picked up big wins with the pair on a collision course.
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'Means everything'
Allen added: "This means everything to me.
"I've been written off so many times.
"I am the fattest, hardest man you'll ever see."
FISHER BADLY HURT
Medics have rushed in the ring as Fisher is needed to be given oxygen - it's not looking good for him and this is worrying to see.
All seems to be okay now as Fisher is on his feet and congratulates the victor.
Allen loving it
The White Rhino: "The first fight done me the world of good.
"I put a bit of weight on for the body shots. Took the risk and got [the title].
"My kids can have an en suite now, that's the dream.
"At this level, I'm a handful."
KO in Pictures
Fisher up and OK
There was some concern for Johnny Fisher immediately after the fight as medics rushed into the ring to help the Romford Bull.
Fisher needed oxygen inside the ring as there was silence inside the Copper Box.
Thankfully, Fisher was soon up on his feet and able to talk to the victor.
ALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!
Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.
OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!
It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT'S IT! IT'S ALL OVER!!
The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.
Just before the bell sounds Allen smells blood landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!
What a win!
Johnny Fisher was probably ahead on the rounds there but that was an absolutely devastating KO from Dave Allen, some THUNDEROUS shots landed in that late salvo from the White Rhino!
That final left hook was an absolute peach!
ALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!
Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.
OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!
It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT'S IT! IT'S ALL OVER!!
The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.
Just before the bell sounds Allen smells bloody landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!
R4 - Fisher vs Allen
Fisher definitely having the better start of the two in this fight compared to his performance the first time round.
Even though it's been Allen who's been coming on to him, Fisher has timed some great shots including uppercuts to the body followed by hooks to the head.
Fisher lands another uppercut to close this round.
R3 - Fisher vs Allen
Fisher lands a couple of body shots before backing Allen up to the ropes which causes cheers from the crowd.
Allen launches a few hooks and overhand rights of his own now.
Naughty there from Fisher as when the ref comes to break up the pair, he connects with some dangerous punches.
Fisher lands a nicely timed uppercut to end this one.
R2 - Fisher vs Allen
Allen trying to be more of the aggressor here as he's trying to back up Fisher.
Fisher throws a straight one two but doesn't connect as he would have hoped.
Fisher getting a warning from the ref as it looked like he tried go In with an elbow.
Fisher connects this time with a good one two to end the round.
R1 - Fisher vs Allen
Cagey start from both fighters as they start at a much slower pace than in the first time round.
Fisher is looking to work behind the jab bit doesn't really have much look finding his target with a lot of his shots finding glove or missing.
Allen is happy to try and come forward and definitely lands the best punch of the round, with Fisher forced to hold on - that one just stunned him!
Not the most action in that round but an intriguing start.
MAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY - RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOW
The atmosphere is absolutely incredible here at the Copper Box Arena - what an event.
Outstanding noise for both fighters when walking out and being announced.
MAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY - RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOW
Next up the MAIN EVENT: JOHNNY FISHER VS DAVE ALLEN 2
The moment we've all been waiting is coming up next!
On the line is the WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title.
'The Romford Bull' Fisher won the original bout, taking him to 13-0-0, in controversial fashion, as a split decision went his way despite being dropped in the fifth round.
Two judges scored the fight 95-94 in his favour, while the other scored it 96-93 in favour of 'The White Rhino,' Allen.
Allen dropped to 23-7-2 with the loss, but still holds a stellar 18 KO victories to his name, winning more fights by KO than Fisher has had professional bouts.
Allen will definitely be seeking his revenge five months on from the first bout between the two which was on the Fury vs Usyk rematch undercard.
LIDDARD WINS BY TKO IN R5
AND IT'S ALL OVER!
Liddard lands a menacing uppercut before another thunderous right hook which dropped Sutton for the third time!Sutton's corner was forced to throw in the towel as he looked like he couldn't take any more punishment from the Hammers fan.
An absolute brilliant display of speed and power from Liddard - what a win!
He extends that perfect record to 12-0 and puts himself closer to a Middleweight title..
R4 - Liddard vs Sutton
Liddard proving to be just too quick for Sutton.
He's hitting and not getting hit.
Great bit of head movement from the young Essex man to avoid some head shots.
A quick uppercut followed by a left hook lands for Liddard.
This is domination - what a display of boxing from Liddard.
R3 - Liddard vs Sutton
Liddard starts off again landing another dangerous right hook - he just keeps catching Sutton!
You can see Sutton looking a bit more reserved now as Liddard has total control of the centre of the ring and backs Sutton to the ropes a few times before landing more dangerous shots.
Another good round.
R3 - Liddard vs Sutton
Liddard starts off again landing another dangerous right hook - he just keeps catching Sutton!
You can see Sutton looking a bit more reserved now as Liddard has total control of the centre of the ring and backs Sutton to the ropes a few times before landing more dangerous shots.
Another good round.
R2 - Liddard vs Sutton
These two aren't holding back at all, both exchanging decent flurry's.
Another devastating knockdown by Liddard!!!
This time it was a perfectly timed right hook to put the Bristol man down.
Liddard is looking incredible - two rounds and two knockdowns already!
Have to give it to Sutton though as he beats the count and keeps coming back landing some shots of his own after Liddard connects with more hooks and straights.What an opening two rounds!!
R1 - Liddard vs Sutton
Majority of the crowd definitely supporting Liddard as he receives an resounding reception.
A knock down straight away for Liddard!!
Wow that was an incredible start to a fight!
It was a great left hook shot to the face by the young man to absolutely stun the more experienced Sutton and leave him on the canvas.
Sutton gets back up and does alright landing a few shots after being absolutely shocked by his opponent in those opening few seconds.
R1 - Liddard vs Sutton
Majority of the crowd definitely supporting Liddard as he receives an resounding reception.
A knock down straight away for Liddard!!
Wow that was an incredible start to a fight!
It was a great left hook shot to the face by the young man to absolutely stun the more experienced Sutton and leave him on the canvas.
Sutton gets back up and does alright landing a few shots after being absolutely shocked by his opponent in those opening few seconds.
NEXT UP: George Liddard vs Aaron Sutton
We have another British middleweight fight coming up next between Liddard and Sutton.
The young 22 year old Liddard from Essex comes in at a perfect record of 11-0 and will be looking to continue that form.
His opponent is a much more experienced 27 year old Aaron Sutton from Bristol with his record coming in at an impressive 19-1.
This is going to be a hard one to predict!
CONWAY WINS BY TKO IN R4
Kieron Conway started off round 4 with lovely work to the body with one of the devastating shots putting Warburton in anguish.
Conway knew his opponent was hurt and off loaded in the corner where Warburton's corner was forced to throw in the towel.
Brilliant work from Conway to make his record 23-1 and become a new British middleweight champion.
R3 - Warburton vs Conway
Conway lands a ferocious straight to the face of Warburton.
Conway applying pressure now with a flurry of shots and pushing Warburton to be on the ropes.
Conway lands a nasty left hook now!
Warburton just can't get inside Conway to land anything meaningful.