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Thomas Carty and Dave Allen fight ends in no contest
A heavyweight boxing match between Dave Allen and Thomas Carty at Croke Park in Dublin ended in a no contest during the first round. The incident occurred approximately 82 seconds into the bout when Allen landed a punch to the back of Carty’s head.
The impact caused Carty to lose his balance and fall through the ring ropes, landing in the ringside area where he became entangled with a chair. Medical personnel attended to Carty immediately, administering oxygen to treat a suspected concussion.
Officials ruled the blow an accidental foul rather than an intentional strike, meaning Allen was not disqualified, but the fight could not continue. Because the incident occurred before four rounds were completed, the match was declared a no contest. The event was part of a major card supporting Katie Taylor’s final professional appearance.
Entities
Croke Park · Dave Allen · Katie Taylor · Matchroom Boxing · Thomas Carty
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Thomas Carty holds a professional boxing record of 11 wins and 1 loss, with 9 knockouts. boxingnewsonline.net · www.secondsout.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Over 80,000 fans are expected at Croke Park for the boxing event. boxingnewsonline.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The fight against Thomas Carty was not originally part of Allen's career plan. www.secondsout.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The heavyweight bout between Dave Allen and Thomas Carty is scheduled for ten rounds. boxingnewsonline.net · www.secondsout.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] This is the first professional boxing event at Croke Park since 1972. boxingnewsonline.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Dave Allen intends to retire after two more fights, aiming to stop at age 40. www.secondsout.com