Paddy Pimblett News
Michael Chandler reacts to Dana White announcing Paddy Pimblett fight for UFC 314
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 20, 2025
Michael Chandler is fired up to share the Octagon with Paddy Pimblett. This past Wednesday night, UFC CEO Dana White announced a slew of marquee fights scheduled for the coming months. One of the bouts made official is a lightweight tilt between Chandler and Pimblett. That fight will take place on the UFC 314 card on April 12th. Headlining the card will be a UFC Featherweight Championship bout between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes.
Paddy Pimblett welcomes 'midget' Ilia Topuria to lightweight division: 'I'm here waiting'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 13, 2025
Paddy Pimblett won’t shy away from a 155-pound scrap with Ilia Topuria. Pimblett and Topuria have had some beef dating back to 2021. The two had a run-in at a hotel lobby in London the during the week of a UFC Fight Night card the following year. Topuria’s issue with Pimblett stems from a social media post where “The Baddy” called Georgians “stupid” and added, “No wonder the Russians terrorize their lives.”
Michael Chandler calls out Paddy Pimblett for International Fight Week: "opportunity of a lifetime for a young lad"
Cole Shelton - February 12, 2025
Michael Chandler has his eyes on his next opponent. Chandler is coming off a decision loss to Charles Oliveira and will likely need to fight below him in the rankings next time after his rumored bout against Arman Tsarukyan has fizzled. Taking to social media, Chandler called out Paddy Pimblett for a fight at International Fight Week.
Paddy Pimblett wants in on UFC 314 card in Miami: 'That's the plan if I can get it'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2025
Paddy Pimblett is the latest fighter to throw his name in the hat for a potential spot on the UFC 314 card. The event is scheduled to take place inside the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida on April 12th. Many rumors have been swirling regarding potential matchups for the card. Rising UFC star Bo Nickal even claimed he had been hearing the planned main event is a featherweight title rematch between Ilia Topuria and Alexander Volkanovski. The UFC has not announced a headliner at this time.
Dustin Poirier shuts down rumored retirement fight with Paddy Pimblett
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 10, 2025
Dustin Poirier has dismissed rumors that his retirement fight will be against Paddy Pimblett. During Super Bowl LIX week, Poirier revealed to The Schmo that he’s working with the UFC on the final bout of his pro MMA career. “The Diamond” said that the plan is for him to fight in Louisiana this summer. He didn’t reveal the potential opponent.
UFC star Paddy Pimblett explains why he didn't let go of choke on Denis Frimpong during gym fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 31, 2025
Paddy Pimblett has explained why he didn’t let go of his choke on Denis Frimpong during their gym scuffle. Footage surfaced of Pimblett and Frimpong having a gym fight that was previously agreed upon. The UFC star sunk in a rear-naked choke that forced Frimpong to tap out. Despite the tap, Pimblett continued to hold onto the choke before fellow gym members broke things up.
Former UFC slugger thinks Paddy Pimblett doesn't believe his own criticism of Renato Moicano following UFC 311
Fernando Quiles Jr. - January 21, 2025
One former UFC fan favorite feels Paddy Pimblett doesn’t truly believe his recent comments about Renato Moicano post-UFC 311. Moicano recently challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship. The fight was put together very late, as Makhachev’s initial challenger, Arman Tsarukyan, was removed from the card due to a back injury. Moicano, who was scheduled to take on Beneil Dariush, served as the replacement for the UFC 311 main event.
Renato Moicano and Paddy Pimblett go back and forth as fans push for grudge match
Harry Kettle - January 20, 2025
Renato Moicano and Paddy Pimblett continue to go back and forth and tease a future grudge match in the UFC. Last weekend, Renato Moicano challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight championship. He had just one day to prepare for this challenge and, in the end, he came up short in a first round submission defeat.
Paddy Pimblett explains why he wasn't impressed by Islam Makhachev's submission win over Dustin Poirier
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 24, 2024
Paddy Pimblett wasn’t exactly blown away by Islam Makhachev’s submission victory over Dustin Poirier. Back in June, Makhachev defended his UFC Lightweight Championship against “The Diamond.” The title fight headlined UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey. It wasn’t an easy fight for Makhachev, but he held his own before locking up a choke for the finish in the final round.
Paddy Pimblett seemingly teases showdown against Michael Chandler is next: "I'll see you at the top"
Josh Evanoff - December 23, 2024
Rising UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett could end up facing Michael Chandler next. ‘The Baddy’ hasn’t been seen since his clash with Bobby Green at UFC 304 in July. Heading into the bout, ‘King’ was seen as the biggest test of the rising Brit’s career. However, it took less than one round for Paddy Pimblett to submit the longtime lightweight, and earn himself a ranking at 155 pounds.
Michael Chandler believes future fight against Paddy Pimblett will happen: "Would be absolutely huge"
Cole Shelton - December 13, 2024
Michael Chandler believes he could face Paddy Pimblett in the very near future. Chandler is coming off a decision loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 in his return to the Octagon. Following the loss, Chandler called out Conor McGregor but with the Irishman dealing with legal issues, his future is in doubt. With that, Chandler doesn’t have a clear-cut next opponent, but one fight that he does have an interest in is Pimblett.
Paddy Pimblett gives his thoughts on Ilia Topuria's potential lightweight move
Harry Kettle - December 12, 2024
UFC star Paddy Pimblett has given his thoughts on Ilia Topuria potentially making the move up to lightweight. For the longest time, Paddy Pimblett has been one of the biggest names in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. While you may not be a big fan of him, nobody can deny the success he’s enjoyed since arriving in the promotion a few years ago.
Paddy Pimblett recalls the time Conor McGregor erupted after watching one of his idols lose in UFC: “I’ll never forget him kicking the wall in this hotel”
Harry Kettle - November 26, 2024
Paddy Pimblett has shared a story of Conor McGregor as fans continue to speculate over the future of the Irishman. Right now, Conor McGregor’s reputation is falling apart. After being found liable in his sexual assault case in Ireland, many former fans of his are starting to distance themselves from the former two-weight UFC champion. At the same time, some still wonder whether or not he’ll ever step foot back into the Octagon.
Renato Moicano calls out Paddy Pimblett for UFC London main event
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2024
Renato Moicano has his next opponent and date in his sights. Moicano is coming off a statement win over Benoit Saint-Denis in France. Now, the Brazilian is looking to go back into enemy territory as he’s called out Paddy Pimblett to headline UFC London.
Paddy Pimblett shows interest in fighting 'fake prick' Colby Covington next: "I don't like that lad"
Josh Evanoff - October 29, 2024
If the UFC calls Paddy Pimblett for a welterweight fight against Colby Covington, he’d listen. ‘The Baddy’ has been out of the octagon since his clash with Bobby Green in Manchester earlier this summer. The bout with ‘King’ was the biggest test of Paddy Pimblett’s UFC tenure thus far, and he passed with flying colors. It took less than one round for the scouser to score a dominant submission win.
Paddy Pimblett remains confident he could beat “hand sanitizer boy” Ilia Topuria after watching UFC 308: “I still think I beat him”
Harry Kettle - October 28, 2024
UFC star Paddy Pimblett still believes he could beat Ilia Topuria, even after watching his triumphant win at UFC 308. On Saturday night, Ilia Topuria was able to defeat Max Holloway via knockout in the main event of UFC 308. It truly cemented his position as one of the best fighters in mixed martial arts, and also one of the most dangerous. Now, as ‘Blessed’ heads back to the drawing board, Topuria looks set to reign over the featherweight division for as long as he pleases.
Renato Moicano urges Paddy Pimblett to avoid fighting him following UFC Paris: "I'm going to hurt you"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 29, 2024
Renato Moicano has a stern warning for Paddy Pimblett. “Money” Moicano entered enemy territory against Benoit Saint Denis this past Saturday. The lightweight fight headlined UFC Paris inside the Accor Arena. The Brazilian battered the face of Saint Denis, and the doctor would not allow the fight to enter the third round.
Paddy Pimblett offers timeline on UFC return: "I think I'm going to get asked to fight again"
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett expects to fight later this year. ‘The Baddy’ has been out of the cage since a trip to the octagon in July. On the UFC 304 main card, Paddy Pimblett faced the biggest test of his career in the form of Bobby Green. For his part, ‘King’ entered the matchup fresh off a unanimous decision victory over Jim Miller at UFC 300 in April.