Arnold Allen plans to skip a homecoming fight at UFC London if he wins at UFC 324, preferring to focus on securing a title shot despite criticism over his inactivity.
Arnold Allen’s got a plan. If he wins at UFC 324, he’s skipping the homecoming fight.
Facing Jean Silva is no small task. Silva’s a fellow featherweight contender, and they’re set to clash in Vegas.
Allen’s been in the top ranks for ages. But inactivity and losses to Evloev and Holloway have stalled his title dreams.
A win against Silva could change everything. Allen’s aiming for the championship path, not a throwaway bout at UFC London.
“Look at my f*cking record,” he said, dismissing a quick turnaround for London. Back in 2013, sure, but not now.
Allen wants to be elite. He’s not just after any fight; he wants a No. 1 contender bout next.
Saturday’s fight is crucial. Allen’s had a light schedule, only six fights since 2020, with a recent win over Chikadze.
Critics have been harsh about his time off. But Allen says it’s not all his fault.
“I was ready all year,” he explained. Scheduling’s been a mess, but now he’s opening a Paramount card for a reason.
Fans haven’t been kind about his inactivity. In 2025, he spent a lot of time reading harsh comments online.
“I’ve just been very depressed,” Allen admitted. People questioned his ranking, but he’s not the one making those calls.