History of Arnold Allen in Timeline

Arnold Allen is a professional English mixed martial artist who competes in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). As of April 2026, he is ranked #7 in the UFC featherweight division. Allen is known for his skills and achievements in the sport of mixed martial arts, solidifying his position as a notable athlete in the UFC.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 1994: Birth of Arnold Allen

Arnold Billy Allen was born in January 1994.

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2012: Turned Professional

In 2012, Arnold Allen turned professional in mixed martial arts after taking part in several amateur fights.

November 2014: Signed with UFC

In November 2014, Arnold Allen signed with the UFC after his TKO stoppage of Paul Cook.

June 2015: UFC Debut and Victory

On June 20, 2015, Arnold Allen made his UFC debut as a short notice replacement against Alan Omer at UFC Fight Night 69. Allen won the fight via submission in the third round and was awarded a Performance of the Night bonus.

February 2016: Victory Against Yaotzin Meza

On February 27, 2016, Arnold Allen faced Yaotzin Meza at UFC Fight Night 84. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

October 2016: Withdrawal from UFC 204

In October 2016, Arnold Allen was expected to face Mirsad Bektic at UFC 204, but withdrew due to injury. He was replaced by Russell Doane.

December 2016: Suspended Sentence for Affray

In December 2016, Arnold Allen was issued a five-month suspended sentence after pleading guilty to affray, for his role in a December 23, 2016 brawl near Ipswich which left a man and five women injured.

March 2017: Victory Against Makwan Amirkhani

On March 18, 2017, Arnold Allen faced Makwan Amirkhani at UFC Fight Night 107, winning by split decision.

January 2018: Pulled from UFC 220

In January 2018, Arnold Allen was scheduled to face Enrique Barzola at UFC 220 on January 20, but was pulled from the fight on January 11 due to visa issues. He was replaced by Matt Bessette.

May 2018: Victory Against Mads Burnell

On May 27, 2018, Arnold Allen faced Mads Burnell at UFC Fight Night 130. He won the fight via front choke submission in the third round, earning him the Performance of the Night award.

November 2018: Fight Cancellation

In November 2018, Arnold Allen was expected to face Gilbert Melendez on November 30, 2018 at The Ultimate Fighter 28 Finale. Melendez pulled out of the fight on November 5 and was replaced by Ricky Glenn. Allen then pulled out of the fight on November 16 citing a training cut.

March 2019: Victory Against Jordan Rinaldi

On March 16, 2019, Arnold Allen faced Jordan Rinaldi at UFC Fight Night 147 and won the fight by unanimous decision.

July 2019: Victory Against Gilbert Melendez

On July 6, 2019, Arnold Allen faced Gilbert Melendez at UFC 239 and won the fight via unanimous decision.

January 2020: Victory Against Nik Lentz

On January 25, 2020, Arnold Allen faced Nik Lentz at UFC Fight Night 166, after Josh Emmett was pulled from the event. Allen won the fight via unanimous decision.

November 2020: Fight Cancellation Against Jeremy Stephens

In November 2020, Arnold Allen was scheduled to face Jeremy Stephens on November 7 at UFC on ESPN: Santos vs. Teixeira. However, Stephens was forced to withdraw from the event due to injury, leading to the cancellation of the bout.

April 2021: Victory Against Sodiq Yusuff

On April 10, 2021, Arnold Allen faced Sodiq Yusuff at UFC on ABC 2. After knocking Yusuff down twice, Allen won the fight via unanimous decision.

October 2022: Victory Against Calvin Kattar

On October 29, 2022, Arnold Allen faced Calvin Kattar at UFC Fight Night 213, winning via technical knockout due to a knee injury sustained by Kattar.

April 2023: Loss Against Max Holloway

On April 15, 2023, Arnold Allen faced Max Holloway at UFC on ESPN 44, where he lost via unanimous decision. This loss ended his win streak in the UFC.