5 reasons why Arnold Allen deserves more hype than he's getting

#4. He's honest with himself

UFC Fight Night: Silva v Bisping -- Arnold Allen

Fighters need to be confident in themselves, it's one of the many requisites to perform at the UFC level. Mental and physical attributes must be sharp enough to put it on the line under bright lights.

While many fighters have been perhaps too confident, it leads fans to think of them as delusional. Allen is not amongst these fighters. Surprisingly honest, as opposed to the usually boastful and brash attributes that come with youth, the 28-year-old has been his own biggest critic. This goes beyond fighting, as it translates into him not cutting any corners when preparing for a fight.

Arnold Allen has even rejected calls for top opponents after winning fights. He criticized himself for his tendency to win by decision and would ultimately be disappointed in the victory over tough competition. After the finish of Hooker at UFC London, Allen put on a performance that even he could be proud of.

#3. He's suffered defeat

t's often talked about how there's more for a fighter to learn in defeat rather than victory. Since 'Almighty's first and only professional loss in 2014, he's picked back up on his winning ways as he's won 11 consecutive fights.

It's beneficial to 'Almighty' to know the feeling of defeat and how much it stings. Many will enter the UFC only to learn the lessons taught by loss at the pinacle of the sport. Allen has learned and overcome at the ideal spot, which is at a high level outside of the UFC.

The undefeated record always looks better, that much is true. However, he knows that he isn't untouchable and fights in a very controlled but ferocious way because of it. This has gotten him this far into the UFC and is projected to take him even further.