World Boxing News provides a live scorecard from Sheffield as Dave Allen takes on the formidable Arslanbek Makhmudov in a career-defining heavyweight clash. WBN will be updating the main event live on site with round-by-round reports as the action unfolds.
Allen faces a mammoth challenge in Makhmudov, a heavyweight known for his raw power and finishing ability. Allen’s lighter, more agile frame will be tested as he looks to use movement, reach, and tactical precision to neutralize Makhmudov’s strength.
The opening rounds will be key as Allen seeks to establish range and rhythm, while Makhmudov hunts for early damage. A strong start could set Allen on the path to a career-defining victory.
WBN provides live updates and results throughout the night.
Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov Scorecard
| ALLEN |
 |
MAKHMUDOV |
| 111 |
 |
115 |
| HW | ||
| 9 | 1 | 10 |
| 9 | 2 | 10 |
| 9 | 3 | 10 |
| 9 | 4 | 10 |
| 10 | 5 | 9 |
| 9 | 6 | 10 |
| 9 | 7 | 9 -1 |
| 9 | 8 | 10 |
| 10 | 9 | 9 |
| 10 | 10 | 9 |
| 9 | 11 | 10 |
| 9 | 12 | 9 -1 |
| SCORES | ||
| WINNER |
Round by Round
1 | Strong start by Makhmudov, who stalks Allen throughout the round. Allen landed a solid shot, but the Russian constantly backed him up.
2 | Makhmudov takes time after a low blow, then comes on strong and wobbles Allen, who is clearly looking for a huge counter. Allen lands a few at the end of the session.
3 | Allen is taking too many shots as Makhmudov paws with the jab. The Doncaster man landed the occasional big shot to excite a raucous crowd, making themselves heard.
4 | Sensing the punishment coming from Makhmudov, Allen has upped his urgency but still can’t do enough to win a round.
5 | First round for Allen, who comes alive with superb combinations of body and uppercuts. Best session so far for Allen, who again had to take punishment to land.
6 | The better work from Makhmudov, who seems to be running out of steam a little. There’s a sense that the later rounds could be good for Allen if he lasts a few more minutes.
7 | Makhmudov was well on top in that round but lost a point in the final few seconds for persistent fouls.
8 | The piston-like jab from Makhmudov is sickening for Allen, who needs to show more and hurt ‘The Lion’ if he’s going to get the knockout he needs.
9 | Allen’s best round of the fight, landed big and wobbled Makhmudov before piling on the pressure. The bell saves Makhmudov at the end.
10 | Another hard round for both men, who are tired and waning. Allen, with the slightly better work, is on the front foot, knowing he needs the stoppage.
11 | Makhmudov turns it on at precisely the right time, draining Allen’s belief as the minutes tick away. Great round for the away fighter.
12 | Allen tried his best, but Makhmudov boxed smartly for the final few minutes to seemingly see out the victory despite another point off.
Final WBN Unofficial Scorecard: 115-111 Makhmudov.
Official judges’ scores: 117-109, 116-110, 115-111, all for Makhmudov.
Results So Far – Sheffield Fight Night
Main Card
Bilal Fawaz def. Junaid Bostan
Bilal Fawaz crowned English Super Welterweight Champion after a dramatic majority decision (96-94, 96-95, 95-95). Overcome with emotion, he asked in disbelief, “I won? I’m the English champion?”
Josh Padley def. Reece Belotti – UD
Josh Padley boxed with poise and precision to earn a clear unanimous decision over Reece Bellotti in their ten-round contest. Judges scored it 99-92, 97-93, 97-93, all in favor of Padley, who claims the WBA International Super Featherweight Title with the biggest win of his career.
Hamza Uddin def. Paul Roberts – TKO, Round 5
Uddin delivered a dominant display, sending Roberts to the canvas three times with body shots in the fifth. Roberts’ corner eventually called an end to the fight, giving Uddin the vacant BBBofC English Flyweight Title. The win improves his record to 6-0 and confirms him as one of Britain’s brightest young prospects at flyweight.
Prelims
Ibraheem Sulaimaan def. James Chereji – UD 80-72
Sulaimaan cruised to a unanimous points victory, demonstrating control in every round and extending his undefeated record to 9-0.
Conner Tudsbury def. Khalid Graidia – TKO, Round 4
Tudsbury delivered a punishing body shot that prompted the referee to halt the fight, moving his record to 3-0 with two knockouts.
Joe Hayden def. Angelo Dragone – UD 60-53
Hayden showcased superior skill and timing, scoring a knockdown and winning comfortably on the scorecards to advance to 20-0.
Joe Howarth def. Karl Sampson – UD 60-54
Howarth dominated from the first bell, claiming every round on the scorecards and improving his record to 14-1, setting the tone for the night’s big fights.
Stay tuned to WBN for live round-by-round scoring, official results, and post-fight updates as Dave Allen looks to make a statement against Arslanbek Makhmudov.
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