Johnny Fisher is preparing for his rematch against David Allen at the Copper Box this Saturday, promising a “sharper, fresher” performance. Their first fight, a dramatic split decision victory for Fisher (scores: 95-94, 93-96, 95-94) despite him being floored in the fifth round, unexpectedly created a rivalry. Allen, 33, delivered what many considered one of his best career performances, but the undefeated Fisher (13-0, 11 KOs) is confident he has evolved since their December bout.
Fisher reflected on the challenges before their initial fight, noting that training disruptions, including a torn bicep after scheduled fights fell through, impacted his preparation despite being fit. For this rematch, he highlights having had adequate rest and a productive training camp in Fuerteventura with quality sparring, stating, “I`m just a fresher man. I can see it.”
Known for his fan-friendly style, Fisher understands the appeal of seeing two big fighters engage intensely. He attributes the anticipated difference in this upcoming bout to his enhanced condition – feeling fresher, refining his technique, and executing his work with more cleanliness and tightness. He believes these improvements will be key.
