Dave Allen has been tipped to fight for a British title next after knocking Johnny Fisher out cold.
The fan-favourite was looking to exact his revenge on Fisher, after his rival won in controversial fashion on the undercard of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in December.
And ‘The White Rhino’ delivered a thunderous left hook which dropped Fisher out cold to the canvas and ended the fight in the fourth round.
It was an incredible performance from the popular Doncaster native, who has yet to see significant signs of silverware during his notorious career.
Now big opportunities could lie in store, with a trilogy seemingly now not needed.
And talkSPORT boxing pundit Gareth A Davies believes Allen could now box the winner of David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV’s proposed rematch.
He said on the latest instalment of Fight Night: “A British title shot is not a step backwards.
“They could put him on the five vs five card against David Adeleye [if he beats TKV].
“That is a great fight. David Adeleye is a big puncher but he has shown vulnerabilities against Fabio Wardley.”
Host Adam Catterall added: “In this time now, people are earning their rights and shots, then yeah make it.
“It might be a step too far for him, but he’s certainly earned the right to have a go at it.
“He absolutely went through the gears when he got Johnny Fisher hurt and it was an elite finish.”
Allen certainly impressed the boxing fraternity with his display, which sees him thrust into a new limelight.
In a previous peak of his career, the British star beat Lucas Browne but he has yet to reap the rewards for all of his effort.
Adeleye will first need to beat TKV, in a sequel of their controversial bout which could land on July 19.
For now, Allen will celebrate his success story, and will then assess his options.
But he was extremely delighted with his performance, and has ruled out a third meeting.
He said: “I knew the first fight did me a world of good. I put a bit of weight on, I knew it would pay dividends, took the risk.
“I’m the fattest, hardest man you’ll ever see. You know what it means? The belt, everything.
“My kids, yeah – I’m gonna have an en suite, they’ll have their own bathroom between them.
“At this level, I’m a handful. He over-exaggerated the movement, which worked against him.
“I’ve got experience, I know the game inside-out. I’m him, but with 30 more fights basically.
“This means everything to me. I’ve been written off so many times.”
