British boxer Dave Allen takes on the biggest challenge of his career when he squares off with fearsome Russian fighter Arslanbek Makhmudov in a heavyweight bout in Sheffield. Dave Allen cemented his spot in the big league with a dominant win over his sparring partner Johnny Fisher last May. He now fights against "Lion," one of the most feared heavyweights, who returned to winning ways with a first-round knockout last June. The blockbuster bout this Saturday evening presents a huge opportunity for Allen to go on and face Deontay Wilder if he manages to win. Both fighters are nearly evenly priced on the betting markets, although Allen started as the underdog.
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Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Dave Allen Fight Details
- Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
- Time: 22:00 BST
- Venue: Utilita Arena, Sheffield, UK
Where to watch Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Dave Allen Live on TV or stream
| Country | TV Channel/Stream |
|---|---|
| UK | DAZN |
| US | DAZN |
| Canada | DAZN |
| South Africa | DAZN |
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Dave Allen Fight Preview
Arslanbek Makhmudov: form and statistics
The 36-year-old Canadian-based Russian arrives in Sheffield 3-2 in his last five fights. The powerful-punching Arslanbek Makhmudov was a feared serial knockout expert before his loss to Agit Kabayel in December 2023. Since then, the heavy-hitter, who has a 95% knockout-to-win percentage, has lost further to Guido Vianello. "Lion", who rarely ventures outside North America to fight, beat Ricardo Brown with a first-round TKO at the end of June.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 36
- Height: 6’5.5”
- Reach: 76.5”
- Weight: Heavyweight
- Record: 20-2
Dave Allen: form and statistics
Dave Allen fought two exciting bouts with Johnny Fisher, losing the first by split decision last December, before handing Fisher his first professional loss in the rematch with a fifth-round stoppage. "The White Rhino" will be making a major step up in class, but the Englishman demanded this fight. Allen, who has 19 knockouts from 24 wins, is 3-2 in his last five.
Tale of the Tape
- Age: 33
- Height: 6’3”
- Reach: 75”
- Weight: Heavyweight
- Record: 24-7-2 (Draw)
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Dave Allen Fight Prediction
The betting markets opened with Arslanbek Makhmudov as the betting favorite, but the gap has since closed. Both fighters have won 19 fights by knockout, with "Lion" winning 19 from 20 fights. His famous defeat to Kabayel came from a relentless attack on his body. This may be a line of attack that appeals to Dave Allen. The Englishman has acknowledged the quality of the Russian power-puncher and will be lighter at the opening bell, likely to quicker in the counter punch. We predict that the fight will ifnish inside the distance and suggest a bet on under 7.5 rounds.
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Dave Allen Betting Odds
| Bookmakers | Under 7.5 | Dave Allen to Win |
|---|---|---|
| Bet365 | 1.66 | 1.90 |
| 1xbet | 1.65 | 1.909 |
| Paripesa | 1.64 | 1.87 |
