What are Dave Allen's and Thomas Carty's records?

Dave Allen is 36-9-2 (0 KOs). Thomas Carty is 25-4-2 (0 KOs).

Who is taller — Dave Allen or Thomas Carty?

Thomas Carty is taller at 193cm vs 191cm — a 2cm advantage.

Who has the longer reach — Dave Allen or Thomas Carty?

Thomas Carty has a longer reach at 203cm vs 191cm — a 12cm advantage.

Who has the higher knockout rate?

Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.

Dave Allen vs Thomas Carty

Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Scheduled Fight

Dave Allen vs Thomas Carty — Saturday, 5 September 2026

Katie Taylor Farewell Fight at Croke Park · DAZN · Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland · heavyweight

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Dave Allen

"The White Hippo Donny Conman Donny Teletubby"

36-9-2

Thomas Carty

"Luck"

25-4-2

36-9-2

Record

25-4-2

77%

Win Rate

81%

KO %

191cm

Height

193cm

191cm

Reach

203cm

Age

134

orthodox

Stance

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Total Bouts

Physical Comparison

Thomas Carty has the height edge at 193cm vs 191cm for Dave Allen — a 2cm difference that gives Carty the ability to fight behind range.

The reach belongs to Thomas Carty — 203cm vs 191cm for Dave Allen, a 12cm advantage. Carty can use this to maintain distance and work behind the jab.

Record & Experience

Dave Allen brings a record of 36-9-2 across 47 professional bouts (77% win rate).Thomas Carty enters with 25-4-2 from 31 fights (81% win rate).

Dave Allen has the experience edge with 47 bouts compared to 31 — that's 16 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.

Age & Career Stage

At 34, Dave Allen is 100 years younger than Thomas Carty (134). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Carty's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.

Key Factors

Allen's Path to Victory

• Lean on greater experience (47 bouts)
• Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace

Carty's Path to Victory

• Use height and reach to fight at range
• Higher win percentage (81% vs 77%)
• Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms

Dave Allen vs Thomas Carty — FAQ

What are Dave Allen's and Thomas Carty's records?: Dave Allen is 36-9-2 (0 KOs). Thomas Carty is 25-4-2 (0 KOs).
Who is taller — Dave Allen or Thomas Carty?: Thomas Carty is taller at 193cm vs 191cm — a 2cm advantage.
Who has the longer reach — Dave Allen or Thomas Carty?: Thomas Carty has a longer reach at 203cm vs 191cm — a 12cm advantage.
Who has the higher knockout rate?: Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.