DAVE VS GOLIATH: Allen Faces Hrgović in Heavyweight Shootout

About this episode

The episode analyzes the heavyweight matchup between David Allen and Filip Hrgović, exploring the potential for an upset and the implications of the fight.

David Allen steps into the lion’s den against dangerous heavyweight contender Filip Hrgović in a true “Dave vs Goliath” showdown. On this episode of the BTR Boxing Podcast, we break down whether “The White Rhino” David Allen can produce one of British boxing’s biggest heavyweight upsets against the hard-hitting Croatian. We analyse the styles, power, durability and mentality of both men, discuss Allen’s unlikely resurgence, and look at what a victory means for Hrgović after recent setbacks and criticism. Can Allen drag Hrgović into deep waters, or will the elite-level pedigree and firepower of the Croatian prove too much? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Sean Bastow

Topics covered

• heavyweight boxing
• David Allen
• Filip Hrgović
• upsets
• boxing analysis

Keywords

• heavyweight
• boxing
• David Allen
• Filip Hrgović
• upset
• analysis
• resurgence

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BTR Boxing Podcast, British boxing, Croatian

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