Anthony Joshua Reacts To Dave Allen’s Redemption Win Over Johnny Fisher

Anthony Joshua praises Dave Allen’s determination and grit after his thrilling rematch victory over Johnny Fisher!

Anthony Joshua Reacts To Dave Allen’s Redemption Win Over Johnny Fisher

Boxing has always loved a good redemption tale. The sport’s history is filled with fighters who fell on hard times only to rise again. Rocky Marciano, Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, they all had their comeback moments. But few modern stories hit quite like Dave Allen’s journey. The Doncaster heavyweight once known more for his self-deprecating humor than his ring achievements has written his own comeback chapter. And now, he has got Anthony Joshua’s respect as well.

Allen burst onto the boxing scene as a talented prospect, then became the division’s favorite gatekeeper. He took beatings from Luis Ortiz and Tony Yoka without complaint. His battles with mental health and gambling addiction nearly ended more than his career. Many fans remember his emotional interview after the David Price loss in 2019. Allen admitted he was done, broken physically and mentally. Yet somehow, ‘The White Rhino’ found his way back to the ring and into the biggest win of his career.

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Dave Allen Stops Johnny Fisher In The Fifth Round

The rematch with Johnny Fisher proved Allen still has plenty left in the tank. Their first meeting last December ended in controversy. Allen dropped Fisher in the fifth round and dominated the second half of the fight. Yet somehow, the judges gave Fisher a split decision win.

WHAT A FINISH DAVE ALLEN 🤯#FisherAllen2 pic.twitter.com/wl4ZW8ukk0
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) May 17, 2025

This weekend, Allen left no doubt. The early rounds followed a similar pattern to their first encounter. Fisher used his youth and size to push Allen around the ring. Allen weathered the storm with the patience of a veteran. He knew Fisher’s gas tank had questions. The fifth round came, and history repeated itself. Allen caught a tiring Fisher with clean shots. This time, he didn’t leave it to the judges. A brutal combination as the bell sounded sent Fisher crashing to the canvas. Game over. The win sent the crowd into a frenzy. Allen celebrated with his trademark charm, modest even in his moment of glory.

Anthony Johnson Recognizes the Real Victory

Anthony Joshua’s social media reaction captured what makes this win special. Those simple words from a two-time heavyweight champion carried weight. Joshua recognized that Allen’s victory extended far beyond the ring.

“Dave was suicidal, a gambling addict who everyone thought was finished years ago. Now he’s got a family, a few hundred thousand to his name and his biggest win. Boxing.”

Anthony Joshua reacts to Dave Allen’s rematch victory over Johnny Fisher last night. pic.twitter.com/nsA1iFZlAF
— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) May 18, 2025

AJ knows something about comebacks himself. His career resurrection after the Andy Ruiz Jr. loss showed his mental strength. Perhaps that’s why Joshua appreciates Allen’s journey so deeply. Allen now has options he couldn’t have imagined a few years ago. British title shots, bigger paydays, and meaningful fights await. Stories like Allen’s remind fans why they love boxing despite its many flaws.

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