What boxer that Dave Allen took on in 2016 was British?
Dave Allen (boxer) David Allen (born 21 March 1992) is British professional boxer. He has fought 16 times and his record stands at 12 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw. In 2016 he took on Dillian Whyte and Luis Ortiz, two of the well known names in heavyweight boxing. On May 27, 2017, Allen took on Jamaica's Lenroy Thomas for the Commonwealth title. Allen lost on a split decision with close scorecards reading 115-114, 114-115, 115-114 in favour of Thomas.
Joseph Parker vs. Hughie Fury Joseph Parker vs. Hughie Fury, billed as "The World Heavyweight Championship", was a professional boxing match between undefeated Joseph Parker and Hughie Fury. It took place on 23 September 2017, at the Manchester Arena in Manchester. Parker won the contest by a majority decision, with two judges scoring it 118–110 and the other 114–114. The fight was considered to bulid Parker's world-wide profile as well as earning him the most money he has received for a boxing fight to date.