Career Timeline of Arnold Allen: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 16, 2026

Discover the career path of Arnold Allen, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

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

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.

March 2017: Victory Against Makwan Amirkhani

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

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.

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.

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.