Arnold Allen Dismisses Quick Return for UFC London Post-UFC 324
Arnold Allen has made it clear he will not rush into a quick return for UFC London if he secures victory at UFC 324. The English featherweight contender is set to face Jean Silva in a critical match on Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Arnold Allen’s UFC Journey
Allen has established himself as a top fighter in the UFC’s 145-pound division. However, his road to a title shot has been obstructed by inactivity and notable losses to Movsar Evloev and Max Holloway. He understands the stakes of his upcoming fight against Silva.
Focus on Championship Path
Allen expressed his reluctance to accept just any fight following UFC 324. “I want to be elite,” he stated during the media day. He emphasized that a victory against Silva should lead him towards more meaningful bouts, not a quick turnaround at UFC London on March 21.
- Event: UFC 324
- Opponent: Jean Silva
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
- Next Event: UFC London on March 21
Recent Performance and Inactivity
The 31-year-old fighter recently returned to winning ways with a decision victory over Giga Chikadze in July 2024. This was only his sixth fight since 2020, highlighting the issues he has faced with scheduling and injuries.
Allen remarked on the public perception of his inactivity as a fighter. He mentioned how the criticism has affected him emotionally during a downtime in 2025. “I’ve just been very depressed,” he confided. He has seen messages questioning his ranking, adding to the pressure he feels as he prepares for the upcoming bout.
Future Aspirations
Allen insists that he deserves more than just occasional fights in his home country. “I’m a bit more of a name now than I was then,” he stated, reinforcing his ambition to compete for a title rather than settle for smaller events.
With a significant fight ahead, Arnold Allen aims to assert his place among the elite in the featherweight division. His eyes are firmly set on championship opportunities rather than a hasty return to the ring.
