Dave Allen vs Filip Hrgovic

The heavyweight division heads to Doncaster on Saturday, 16 May 2026, for a classic "David vs. Goliath" matchup at the Eco-Power Stadium. The primary challenge for fan-favorite Dave "The White Rhino" Allen is bridging the technical gap against one of the division's most avoided operators. The objective for Allen is to secure a monumental upset in front of a 15,000-strong home crowd, while the goal for Filip Hrgović is to continue rebuilding his path toward a world title after his high-profile victory over Joe Joyce. Strategically, the goal for Allen is to utilize his legendary durability to weather the early storm and drag the Croatian into a grueling, phone-booth battle in the later rounds. The tactical focus for Hrgović, an Olympic bronze medalist, centers on his clinical jab and high-volume output to systematically dismantle Allen’s guard. With the event being a rare co-promotional effort between Matchroom and Queensberry, the ultimate goal for both men is to cement their relevance in the 2026 heavyweight landscape.