December 25, 2024 11:45 am ET
Paddy Pimblett has been a part of the UFC roster for greater than three years, and all through that point has made himself a polarizing determine within the UFC light-weight division.
The British standout has but to be overwhelmed contained in the octagon, nevertheless, and his lone efficiency in 2024 marked the largest win of his profession. “The Paddy” delivered a Submission of the Year contender vs. King Inexperienced at UFC 304 in July, which adopted a new contract with the group.
It seems now Pimblett (22-3 MMA, 6-0 UFC) is poised for a breakout yr in 2025, and he just lately revealed his subsequent matchup is close to being announced. He teased it may presumably come towards Michael Chandler, however nothing has been introduced.
Whether or not it’s Chandler or another person, the 29-year-old Pimblett appears on the cusp of getting the sort fights that may make or break him as a top-tier identify at 155 kilos.
What’s the newest evaluation on Pimblett’s ceiling going right into a 2025 marketing campaign that might kick off at UFC Fight Night 255 on March 22 in London? MMA Junkie’s Simon Samano and Danny Segura mentioned on the newest version of “Overreaction Time.” Try the phase above, or watch the entire episode of “Overreaction Time” beneath.
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