Filip Hrgovic Wins Boxing Match Against Dave Allen

May 16, 2026, 21:44
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Introduction

On May 16, 2026, Filip Hrgovic fought Dave Allen in England. Hrgovic won the fight in the third round.

Main Body

Filip Hrgovic is 33 years old. He wanted to win to get a world title fight. Dave Allen is 34 years old. He won his last two fights. Hrgovic was stronger and faster. He hit Allen many times. In the third round, Allen was against the ropes. His trainer stopped the fight to keep Allen safe. Now, Hrgovic might fight Moses Itauma on August 8. George Warren says this fight is possible. Allen does not want to fight Richard Riakporhe because he is not strong enough.

Conclusion

Hrgovic won three fights against British boxers. Allen lost for the ninth time.

Learning

πŸ₯Š The 'Comparing' Secret

To get to A2, you need to describe why someone wins or loses. We do this by adding -er to short words.

From the text:

  • Strong β†’\rightarrow Stronger
  • Fast β†’\rightarrow Faster

How it works: If Person A is Fast and Person B is Faster, Person B wins.

Example patterns for you:

  • Hrgovic was faster than Allen.
  • The boxer is stronger now.

⏳ Past vs. Future

Notice how the story jumps in time. Look at the word changes:

Then (Past) β†’\rightarrow Later (Future)

  • Won β†’\rightarrow Might fight
  • Fought β†’\rightarrow Is possible
  • Wanted β†’\rightarrow Does not want

Vocabulary Learning

fight (n.)
A contest where two people try to beat each other.
Example:The fight between the two boxers was exciting.
fight
A physical contest between two people
Example:The fight lasted for ten minutes.
boxer (n.)
A person who fights in a boxing match.
Example:He is a famous boxer who has won many titles.
win
To be the best in a contest
Example:She will win if she trains hard.
title (n.)
A name that shows a special status or rank.
Example:She hopes to win a world title next year.
lose
To not win a contest
Example:He will lose if he misses the punch.
trainer (n.)
A person who teaches people how to fight.
Example:The trainer helped him improve his punches.
round
A period of time in a boxing match
Example:The third round was the most exciting.
round (n.)
A period of time in a boxing match.
Example:The third round was the most intense.
trainer
A person who teaches boxers
Example:The trainer stopped the fight.
rope (n.)
A strong cord used to keep fighters from falling.
Example:He slipped near the ropes but stayed in the ring.
ropes
The cords that surround the boxing ring
Example:He was against the ropes.
safe (adj.)
Free from danger or harm.
Example:The referee stopped the fight to keep the boxer safe.
possible
Able to happen
Example:The fight is possible on August 8.
strong (adj.)
Having a lot of power or force.
Example:He is a strong fighter who can win many matches.
strong
Having a lot of power
Example:He was stronger than his opponent.
fast (adj.)
Moving quickly.
Example:She is fast and can dodge punches easily.
title
A name or honor that shows a winner
Example:He wants a world title.
hit (v.)
To strike someone or something.
Example:He hit the opponent with a powerful jab.
safe
Not dangerous
Example:The trainer kept him safe.
win (v.)
To be successful in a contest.
Example:She will win if she keeps training hard.
against
In opposition to
Example:He fought against the ropes.
lose (v.)
To fail to win.
Example:He will lose if he does not protect himself.
might
Expressing possibility
Example:He might fight next month.
world (adj.)
Relating to all people or everything.
Example:He wants to fight in a world championship.
want
To wish for something
Example:He wants to win a title.
possible (adj.)
Able to happen or be done.
Example:The next fight is possible if both agree.
third
Coming after the second
Example:The third round was decisive.
not (adv.)
Opposite of yes.
Example:He is not ready for the next match yet.
England
A country in Europe
Example:The fight took place in England.
enough (adj.)
Sufficient quantity or amount.
Example:He does not have enough strength to win.
world
The earth and all people
Example:He wants to fight a world title.
ninth (adj.)
The number nine in order.
Example:This is his ninth loss in a row.
time (n.)
A period when something happens.
Example:He has to train every time he has free time.