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      ‘Don’t come at me like that’ – Awkward moment Derek Chisora is rejected by woman after asking her out for dinner

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      DEREK CHISORA was awkwardly rejected by a woman after asking her out for dinner on camera.The boxing star, who beat Otto Wallin in February for his 36th career win, was pied off after posing with the mystery woman at an event.Derek Chisora was turned down by a woman after asking her out for dinnerChisora, 41, wore a cowboy hat as the female fan asked for a photo.The pair posed together for several snaps in front of onlookers.But things quickly became awkward as Chisora, who plans on retiring after his next fight, asked her out for dinner.The ace first said, “How are you?”, to which the woman replied: “Good, thanks.”READ MORE IN BOXINGChisora then changed course as he asked: “When are we going to grab dinner?”However, the woman responded: “Woah. Don’t be coming at me like that.”Chisora wasn’t overly fazed as he quipped: “Don’t you like dinner?”The woman answered: “I like dinner… on my own.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFans responded to the awkward clip on social media.One said: “He just asked her out basically and she thought that was somehow crossing the line?”ITV commentator forced to cut short Derek Chisora’s Cheltenham interview after telling punters ‘put your house on it’ Another declared: “How should a man ask a woman if they’re going to grab dinner or not?”One noted: “She grabbed him like he was her boyfriend and got upset about grabbing dinner with him.”Another added: “Derek shooting his shot, can’t blame the lad.” More

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      Jake Paul’s send offer to fight KSI on CHRISTMAS EVE and reveals terms including PPV and drug testing

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      JAKE PAUL has a fight with KSI on his Christmas list after sending his bitter rival an offer to fight on December 24.The bitter YouTube enemies are yet to settle their score in the ring – despite recent attempts to strike a deal behind the scenes.KSI facing off with Jake Paul in 2020Credit: Getty Images – GettyNakisa Bidarian – co-founder of Most Valuable Promoters alongside Paul – revealed an offer to fight on Christmas Eve was sent to KSI. Bidarian said KSI and Wasserman – who promote Misfits Boxing bouts – have had the contract for 15 days. A bout over ten rounds, at 192.5lb, in an 18x18ft ring with VADA testing to be promoted by MVP and Wasserman was tabled. He added that the offer included a 50/50 deal PPV share other than the UK which is 60/40 in KSI’s favour and 60/40 to Paul in the US. READ MORE IN BOXINGA fan probed Bidarian over why the fight would be staged on Christmas Eve.He responded: “What are you watching Christmas Eve? Nothing. Jake and KSI will have the entire world’s attention.” Mams Taylor – KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits which homes to celebrity-style crossover bouts – hit back. Taylor said: “Hey man, we sent you an offer too and you insisted we redline yours. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Yours is one sided. Ours is fair and clearly a real attempt to make the fight actually happen.”Taylor said they countered with a fight in the US, with a coin toss to decide who walks out second. Jake Paul reveals stunning behind-the-scenes talks to fight Oleksandr Usyk after teasing shock world title shotIt would include full drug testing, at 190lb over eight rounds in a 20x 20ft ring, co-promoted down the middle with both to mutually approve all costs.Taylor added: “Your contract had MVP as lead promoter in charge of everything and you put Wasserman boxing USA as side promoter. “(FYI Wasserman boxing USA does not exist). You purposely omitted Misfits as an ego based mind game tactic. “C’mon man. Let’s give the people what they want and not let ego’s get in the way. “We have a duty to our clients and respect due to the fans that made them!!”KSI, 31, is yet to fought since losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 26, in October 2023.He was due to return last August but pulled out with a hand injury before illness saw him withdraw from facing MMA star Dillon Danis, 31, in March.KSI is now due to have surgery on his busted hand with his boxing career up in the air.Meanwhile, Paul, 28, returns against ex-middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, on June 28 in a cruiserweight clash.It comes after he fought at heavyweight in November to beat Mike Tyson, who controversially came out of retirement aged 58.Paul now drops back down to the 200lb limit of 14st 4lb while KSI lost to Fury a stone lighter at 183lb. Their weight disagreement has been the biggest factor standing in the way of the grudge bout. And Bidarian said: “Not engaging in a back and forth.”We proposed our terms to Wasserman on April 4 and the offer that followed was those exact terms. Jake Paul wants to fight KSI.Read More on The Sun”He does not need to fight KSI. Jake has campaigned at 200+ since December of 2023 and plans to continue at that weight with the intention to contest for a world championship by the end of 2026.” Jake Paul returns on June 28 against Julio Cesar Chavez JrCredit: The Mega Agency More

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      Anthony Joshua sends emotional message to Dave Allen after boxer’s heroic battle with suicide and gambling demons

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA hailed Dave Allen’s emotional journey from suicidal gambling addict to heavyweight boxing hero. Allen has been open and honest about suffering from depression after blowing hundreds of thousands through betting.Dave Allen celebrates knocking out Johnny FisherCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua hailed Allen onlineCredit: GettyBut the father-of-two has turned his life and career around with the help of his family while always remaining a favourite among British fans.And Allen scored the biggest and perhaps most brutal win of his career after knocking out Johnny Fisher in round five of their rematch.The win was widely celebrated by supporters who have lived every inch of Allen’s rollercoaster career – with AJ just one of his admirers. Joshua, 35, posted: “Dave was suicidal, a gambling addict who everyone thought was finished a few years ago. READ MORE IN BOXING”Now he’s got a family, a few hundred thousand to his name and got his biggest win.” Allen, 33, left Saudi Arabia in December with a controversial split-decision loss to Fisher, 26, despite scoring a fifth-round knockdown. But he took it out of the judges hands at the Copper Box re-run after flooring Fisher – again in round five – with a clubbing right hand. And with just seconds remaining in the round, Allen knocked Fisher out with a massive left hook following on from a combination to the body. Most read in BoxingHe said afterwards: “This means everything to me. I’ve been written off so many times.”You know what it means? The belt, everything, my kids. I’m gonna have an en suite, they’ll have their own bathroom between them.Shocking moment boxing referee is viciously attacked by several men in ring after fight before he is sent flying”At this level, I’m a handful. He overexaggerated the movement, which worked against him.”I’ve got experience, I know the game inside-out. I’m him, but with 30 more fights basically.”He’s my friend. He’s a very good friend of mine. I wouldn’t allow [a trilogy fight] to happen, because it’s not in his best interests.”Fisher was left needing oxygen after the stoppage but took to Instagram to say: “I weren’t good enough tonight but that’s what boxing is all about and that’s what sport is all about.”The best people keep coming and keep going and don’t let one little blip get them down.”Allen knocked Fisher out with a brutal left hookCredit: PAAllen made sure not to leave it to the judgesCredit: PAFisher needed oxygen in the aftermathCredit: Getty More

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      Will there be a trilogy fight between Johnny Fisher and Dave Allen?

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      DAVE ALLEN secured an incredible knockout win of Johnny Fisher in the Copper Box!The Doncaster De La Hoya unleashed a BRUTAL flurry late on the fifth round to exact revenge on the Romford Bull after he suffered a shock loss during their first encounter last December.Johnny Fisher is KO’d by Dave Allen at the Copper BoxThe pair are now 1-1 after their first fight ended in controversyIn that first fight Allen, 33, handed Fisher his first-ever career knockdown, but it wasn’t enough to seal the win in Saudi.But tonight, the tables turned.Fisher opened up an early lead and was probably ahead on the scorecards after four rounds.But Allen was toying with him and in the fifth unveiled a truly devastating series of blows.Read more on Fisher vs Allen 2Fisher secured a knockout of the year contender with a sensational left hook that saw the towel come in from the corner before Fisher was felled.With the series now at 1-1, will they meet again? Will there be a trilogy fight between Johnny Fisher and Dave Allen 2?Speaking in the ring after the fight, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed there IS a rematch clause in the contract.However, Hearn then said that a decision on it will be made “down the line.”Most read in BoxingAllen didn’t sound like he wanted the fight either, especially with the way that he beat Fisher.He said: “He’s my friend. He’s a very good friend of mine…  I wouldn’t allow [a trilogy fight] to happen, because it’s not in his best interests.”Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 resultsDave Allen beats Johnny Fisher – TKOGeorge Liddard beats Aaron Sutton – TKOKieron Conway beats Gerome Warburton – TKOJimmy Sains beats Gideon Oneynani – UDJohn Hedges beats Nathan Quarless – UDShannon Ryan beats Fara El Bousairi – PTSTaylor Bevan beats Juan Cruz Cacheiro – TKOEmmanuel Buttigieg beats Novak Radulovic – TKO More

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      Johnny Fisher left needing oxygen as Dave Allen scores KO of the year contender in brutal fifth round stoppage

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      DAVE ALLEN scored a knockout of the year contender to brutally finish his Johnny Fisher rivalry.The 33-year-old Doncaster man was on the wrong end of a controversial decision against the Romford ticket seller, 26, in December in Saudi Arabia.Dave Allen beat Johnny Fisher thanks to an epic KO at the Copper BoxCredit: GettyJohnny Fisher was left on the canvas after a beating from Dave AllenCredit: GettyThe Romford-slugger took a while to rise off the floor following the brutal shotCredit: GettyFisher was treated by medics and given oxygen in the ringBut he snatched his career out of the hands of the judges at Stratford’s Copper Box by smashing Fisher in the fifth round with a brilliant left hook, leaving the brave history graduate needing oxygen.Allen barely threw a single punch in the first three rounds of the original Christmas cracker.But he flew out the traps slinging big right hands from the first bell.Fisher wisely chose to box, rather than brawl, but his defence showed signs of vulnerability from the off.READ MORE ON BOXINGFisher was warned over a nasty elbow he tried to throw in the second but his one-two swiftly after was much more impressive and legal, as was a whipped uppercut.Allen – at a massive 19st – was hurt to the body by an uppercut in the third but he cracked back with hooks.Fisher was then warned over a low blow and late punch, after being told to break and he ate a hefty right hand in the fourth.Allen looped in a peach of a right in the last minute of the fifth and battered the Essex man until he folded to the floor.Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFisher climbed to his unsteady feet and was about to be saved by the bell before Allen smashed him again.Fisher then face planted and trainer Mark Tibbs towel flew in.Johnny Fisher scouts out local Chinese takeaway during Spanish training camp… but saves it for after Dave Allen rematchOverjoyed Allen – who had Fisher’s 7,000 local fans cheering him at the end – said: “I put a bit of weight on to take the body shots, it was a risk but I got it done.”I will have an en-suite bathroom for my kids now.”I have been written off so many times but I am a handful at this level.”I knew I would get the job done, I warned him not to box me from the start. But I am the fattest hard man – or the hardest fat man – you will ever see.”Johnny Fisher is a very good friend of mine and I meant it all the way through.”I will not let the trilogy happen because I like Johnny and it wouldn’t be good for him.”I like to box at my level, I will be a bit smarter now and maybe pick up a British title one day.” More

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      Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 LIVE RESULT: Fisher given oxygen after brutal first loss of career – updates

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      JOHNNY FISHER has been STOPPED by Dave Allen after a savage TKO defeat.The thrilling rematch was warming up nicely at the Copper Box with Fisher winning all of the first four rounds, before Allen dropped Fisher twice to pick up the huge win in front of Fisher’s home fans.On the undercard, George Liddard and Kieron Conway both picked up big wins with the pair on a collision course.Main card start time: 7pm BSTMain event ring walk time: approx 10pm BSTLive stream/TV: DAZNBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKFollow ALL the action from the Copperbox Arena with our live blog below…Fisher latestThere has been no further update on Johnny Fisher’s condition or if he need any more medical checks than the one he received in the ring.He was pictured in the dressing room after the fight with both his dad, Big John, and then chatting to Dave Allen.Fisher wasn’t cleared for any post-fight media duties but it certainly appears that there have been no ill-effects from the huge KO.Copy linkCopied’Learn and improve’Boxing coach and analyst Dave Coldwell believes Johnny Fisher can come back from here despite the brutal nature of that KO.He wrote on social media: “Johnny Fisher is still a young prospect at 26. It’s a bad, brutal loss and something that he needs to learn and improve from.”But we’ve seen fighters come back from losses like that before. “So let’s get behind the comeback rather than rip the kid to shreds.”Boxing is a cold & lonely enough sport when you lose. “He doesn’t need a pile on.”Coldwell had earlier posted: “Absolutely sensational from Dave Allen! So composed, and a brutal finish.”After a long hard career, I think he’s just got himself an invite to the heavyweight party.”He also wrote that he did not want to see a trilogy.Copy linkCopied’Deserves his moment’Charlie Edwards was one of thousands of fight fans congratulating Dave Allen on a truly incredible win.The former flyweight world champ said: “So happy for Dave Allen he deserves his moment! “Hard luck to Johnny Fisher he is a true gentleman of the game!”Copy linkCopiedFirst ever titleDespite his long and rollercoaster career in the sport, tonight was the first time that Dave Allen has ever got his hands on a belt in the professional ranks.It was the WBA intercontinental belt.Allen also said he wants to try and win the British title.We also reckon he could get a stadium fight – we hope those at Doncaster Rovers were watching that tonight.Copy linkCopiedBrutalHere’s how the stunning finish came out. Absolute brutal perfection from Dave Allen.Copy linkCopiedWally Downes Jr’s fight reportHere’s how SunSport’s boxing correspondent Wally Downes Jr saw the fight.DAVE ALLEN scored a knockout of the year contender to brutally finish his Johnny Fisher rivalry.The 33-year-old Doncaster man was on the wrong end of a controversial decision against the Romford ticket seller, 26 in December in Saudi Arabia.But he snatched his career out of the hands of the judges at Stratford’s Copper Box by smashing Fisher in the fifth round with a brilliant left hook, leaving the brave history graduate needing oxygen.Read the rest here:Copy linkCopiedNothing from FisherWe won’t be hearing from Johnny Fisher tonight because the British Boxing Board of Control will not allow him to speak.It’s not clear if he will be making his way to hospital tonight, but that was a vicious KO and they may decide it’s best if he gets properly checked over.We’ll provide an update if and when we get one.Copy linkCopiedWill they meet again?While Eddie Hearn mentioned a rematch clause, Allen said he’s not interested.The White Rhino said: “I wouldn’t allow [a trilogy fight] to happen, because it’s not in his best interests.”Copy linkCopiedMore from AllenThis was Allen’s in-ring interview in a bit more depth: “I knew the first fight did me a world of good.”I put a bit of weight on, I knew it would pay dividends, took the risk. I’m the fattest, hardest man you’ll ever see.”You know what it means? The belt, everything. “My kids, yeah – I’m gonna have an en suite, they’ll have their own bathroom between them.”At this level, I’m a handful. He overexaggerated the movement, which worked against him.”I’ve got experience, I know the game inside-out. I’m him, but with 30 more fights basically.”He’s my friend. He’s a very good friend of mine.”Copy linkCopied’Cinderella story’Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn said: “If anyone was gonna break your heart, you’d want it to be Dave Allen. It’s a real Cinderella story.”Changed his life again, but this time in a big, big way. He just knew too much in there.”Johnny, the board wouldn’t let him do an interview, he’s a brave man. Maybe he shouldn’t have taken the rematch, but he wanted to put the wrongs right.”Johnny’s got to come back and rebuild.”Hearn mentions a rematch clause, but says it’s one for “down the line.”Copy linkCopied’Means everything’Allen added: “This means everything to me. “I’ve been written off so many times.”I am the fattest, hardest man you’ll ever see.”Copy linkCopiedFISHER BADLY HURTMedics have rushed in the ring as Fisher is needed to be given oxygen – it’s not looking good for him and this is worrying to see. All seems to be okay now as Fisher is on his feet and congratulates the victor.Copy linkCopiedAllen loving itThe White Rhino: “The first fight done me the world of good.”I put a bit of weight on for the body shots. Took the risk and got [the title].”My kids can have an en suite now, that’s the dream.”At this level, I’m a handful.”Copy linkCopiedKO in PicturesCopy linkCopiedFisher up and OK There was some concern for Johnny Fisher immediately after the fight as medics rushed into the ring to help the Romford Bull.Fisher needed oxygen inside the ring as there was silence inside the Copper Box.Thankfully, Fisher was soon up on his feet and able to talk to the victor.Copy linkCopiedALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT’S IT! IT’S ALL OVER!!The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.Just before the bell sounds Allen smells blood landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!Copy linkCopiedWhat a win!Johnny Fisher was probably ahead on the rounds there but that was an absolutely devastating KO from Dave Allen, some THUNDEROUS shots landed in that late salvo from the White Rhino!That final left hook was an absolute peach!Copy linkCopiedALLEN WINS BY KO IN R5!!!!!Just before the first knockdown Allen landed a powerful straight right which left Fisher stumbling.OH WOW JUST LIKE THE FIRST FIGHT FISHER IS DOWN!!It looked to be in identical fashion to how he put his opponent down in the first fight!AND THAT’S IT! IT’S ALL OVER!!The White Rhino gets his revenge and he along with many boxing fans will feel like justice is served after his controversial loss in the first fight.Just before the bell sounds Allen smells bloody landing another one of those devastating right hooks after attacking the body viciously and it absolutely destroys Fisher this time as he collapses straight to the canvas causing his team to throw the towel in immediately!Copy linkCopiedR4 – Fisher vs AllenFisher definitely having the better start of the two in this fight compared to his performance the first time round. Even though it’s been Allen who’s been coming on to him, Fisher has timed some great shots including uppercuts to the body followed by hooks to the head. Fisher lands another uppercut to close this round.Copy linkCopiedR3 – Fisher vs AllenFisher lands a couple of body shots before backing Allen up to the ropes which causes cheers from the crowd. Allen launches a few hooks and overhand rights of his own now. Naughty there from Fisher as when the ref comes to break up the pair, he connects with some dangerous punches. Fisher lands a nicely timed uppercut to end this one. Copy linkCopiedR2 – Fisher vs AllenAllen trying to be more of the aggressor here as he’s trying to back up Fisher. Fisher throws a straight one two but doesn’t connect as he would have hoped. Fisher getting a warning from the ref as it looked like he tried go In with an elbow.Fisher connects this time with a good one two to end the round. Copy linkCopiedR1 – Fisher vs Allen Cagey start from both fighters as they start at a much slower pace than in the first time round. Fisher is looking to work behind the jab bit doesn’t really have much look finding his target with a lot of his shots finding glove or missing.Allen is happy to try and come forward and definitely lands the best punch of the round, with Fisher forced to hold on – that one just stunned him!Not the most action in that round but an intriguing start.Copy linkCopiedMAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY – RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOWThe atmosphere is absolutely incredible here at the Copper Box Arena – what an event. Outstanding noise for both fighters when walking out and being announced.Copy linkCopiedMAIN EVENT JUST MOMENTS AWAY – RINGWALKS HAPPENING NOWCopy linkCopiedNext up the MAIN EVENT: JOHNNY FISHER VS DAVE ALLEN 2The moment we’ve all been waiting is coming up next!On the line is the WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title.’The Romford Bull’ Fisher won the original bout, taking him to 13-0-0, in controversial fashion, as a split decision went his way despite being dropped in the fifth round.Two judges scored the fight 95-94 in his favour, while the other scored it 96-93 in favour of ‘The White Rhino,’ Allen.Allen dropped to 23-7-2 with the loss, but still holds a stellar 18 KO victories to his name, winning more fights by KO than Fisher has had professional bouts.Allen will definitely be seeking his revenge five months on from the first bout between the two which was on the Fury vs Usyk rematch undercard.Copy linkCopied More

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      Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 fight purse: How much money will both boxers get paid for huge rematch?

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      JOHNNY FISHER and Dave Allen will be rubbing their hands or gloves together after finding out about TONIGHT’S fight purse.The boxing world was left stunned when Fisher’s hand was raised after the pair’s first encounter last December.Johnny Fisher got knocked down but still won the first fightCredit: ReutersAllen delivered Fisher’s first-ever career knockdown, but it wasn’t enough to see him come away with the victory.It was a decision that shocked everyone, including One Direction star Louis Tomlinson, who claimed the Doncaster-based fighter had been ‘robbed’ of a win.However, Allen will get a second chance to put his hands on Fisher and right a few wrongs.Furthermore, legendary boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed that it will be a nice payday no matter the outcome.Read more on Fisher vs Allen 2What is the Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 fight purse?The official figures of the fight purse are yet to be publicly confirmed, but Eddie Hearn mentioned that Dave Allen, in particular, will get DOUBLE from the first fight.Speaking on thestompingground podcast, Hearn said: “The problem is I felt you (Dave Allen) got good money for the first fight.”You probably don’t.”You’re getting double for the rematch after losing and a lot of people thought he won and it is a big fight etc.Most read in Boxing”But I believe it’s a lot of money and if he wins he has another fight after that for even more money.”Similar to this fight, the purses for the first bout were not publicly discussed, but reports suggest that Johnny Fisher took home $375k (£282k) while Dave Allen pocketed a rumoured $325k (£245k).When is Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 and how can I watch it?Fisher vs Allen 2 takes place on Saturday, May 17.The card, which is held at the Copper Box, starts at 7pm BST.Ring walks for the main event are expected at around 10pm BST.It will be aired on DAZN and can be watched on DAZN TV, live on their website or via the downloadable app.DAZN costs £119.99 for an annual pass, £14.99 monthly, or £24.99 for a flexible pass that can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight as they happen.Who is on the Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 undercard? More

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      Johnny Fisher scouts out local Chinese takeaway during Spanish training camp… but saves it for after Dave Allen rematch

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      JOHNNY FISHER scouted out his local Chinese restaurant while training away in Fuerteventura – but will save it for after his Dave Allen rematch.Fisher flew out to Spain’s Canary Islands for a warm weather camp to get away from the distractions of being a local Romford hero. Johnny Fisher moved his training camp out to FuerteventuraCredit: @johnnyfisher1He had to leave behind his favourite Romford Chinese restaurantCredit: @johnnyfisher1But Fisher and his dad Big John are plotting a post-fight feastCredit: @johnnyfisher1It also meant sacrificing his favourite Chinese cheat meal at the Blue Orchard – made famous by his social media star dad Big John.Fisher did hunt down a Chinese restaurant while training out in Fuerteventura – but he restrained from indulging until his mission is complete.He told SunSport: “Yeah we’ll save it till after the fight. “After the fight we’ll have plenty of chicken balls once we’ve done the job Saturday night.”READ MORE IN BOXINGFisher is one of Eddie Hearn’s best ticket sellers – helped by the popularity of his takeaway-loving dad John – who is also plotting the post-fight feast.John said: “There’s only one place to go, Blue Orchid. We’ll go there next week sometime. So we can’t wait. Bosh!” While Fisher is the fighter in the family his dad – with over 500,000 Instagram followers – might be the most famous. He tours all around the world from America to the Pacific meeting fans, leaving his son to crack on with training in his absence. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJohn said: “I knew he was out there working and I was in Australia myself so it’s hard to miss someone when you’re on the other side of the world. “But we knew he was out there working, doing a good job, so fair enough.” Dave Allen won’t let Johnny Fisher flush his boxing career away with plans to buy a house with en-suitesFisher Jr said: “My mum and dad are my mum and dad, it doesn’t matter if I spend a year away from them or one day, it’s never gonna change, we’re always in each other’s thoughts.”It’s not a big deal. My dad’s travelling all over the world now so it’s just part and parcel of where we are.”Fisher, 26, was floored by Allen, 33, last December in Saudi Arabia but returned home with a controversial split-decision win after a thriller. The former Exeter University student – who played rugby while studying – needed a brain scan after suffering a blood clot in his ear. But it has not deterred the fearless Romford Bull from having another all-out war – despite his dad having to accompany him in the Riyadh hospital.Fisher said: “I think that’s naturally how I lend myself to instinctively go in and cause a fight like that. “That’s just the way I am, so I’m not gonna shy away from it one bit. That’s who I am.”And obviously my dad’s gonna be my dad, if I had a son going into a fight, I’d be nervous. I’d get nervous watching my mates fight.Read More on The Sun”I remember watching Joe Joyce fight loads and loads of times, and he’s my friend, you get nervous.”But, when you’re the one doing it, there are no nerves you just go in there and do your job.”Fisher and Allen face off ahead of their rematchCredit: GettyAllen lost the fight controversially on pointsCredit: Getty More