In 2016, Dave Allen took on a Cuban boxer with what nickname?
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.
Abner Mares Abner Mares Martínez (born November 28, 1985) is a Mexican-American professional boxer who has held the WBA (Regular) featherweight title since 2016. He is a four-time world champion in three weight classes, having previously held the IBF bantamweight title from 2011 to 2012; the WBC super bantamweight title from 2012 to 2013; and the WBC featherweight title in 2013. Additionally he held the IBO bantamweight title from 2010 to 2011. As an amateur, Mares won numerous medals at international tournaments while representing Mexico. He grew up in the city of Hawaiian Gardens, California and holds dual citizenship with the United States and Mexico.