Arnold Allen is gearing up for his upcoming clash against Movsar Evloev at UFC 297 this Saturday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. In his last fight, Allen’s impressive 10-fight undefeated streak in the Ultimate Fighting Championship was halted by a unanimous decision loss to Max Holloway.
Beyond the spotlight of the Octagon, there exists a tapestry of lesser-known details that add layers to the English mixed martial artist’s persona. Ahead of this high-stakes clash with Evloev, let us explore five things you might not know about Allen. Perhaps they can shed some light on the man behind the fighter.