Paddy Pimblett: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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In his quest to join a heavyweight club of elites, Anthony Joshua has sought out advice from Paddy Pimblett. Expected to make his return to the ring as part of a massive stadium show in Africa as soon as 2026, former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua has yet to book an opponent for his return.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 25

Paddy Pimblett only sees Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane going one way at UFC 321

Paddy Pimblett is firmly in the heavyweight champion’s corner. The lightweight star’s fellow countryman, Tom Aspinall, will top Saturday’s UFC 321 lineup in defense of the undisputed heavyweight gold.

Paddy Pimblett News / HITC / October 25

Paddy Pimblett discloses difficulties landing bouts despite pursuing title shot

Paddy Pimblett has been speaking out about his growing frustrations over the uncertainty surrounding his next move. Ronda Rousey recently highlighted just how much of a mainstream figure ‘The Baddy’ has become since 2021, when he signed with the UFC.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 25

Ilia Topuria Calls Dana White’s Claims 'Rumors' Even as He Eyes Paddy Pimblett for Next Fight

Just over a couple of months remain before the UFC officially kicks off its partnership with Paramount under the monumental $7.7 billion deal signed earlier this year.

MMA News / HITC / October 23

Paddy Pimblett takes fresh aim at Logan Paul, saying he wants to “punch his head in”

Paddy Pimblett did not hold back when Logan Paul’s name came up in a recent interview. The UFC fighter had just filmed an Under Armour shoot where he jokingly put Anthony Joshua in a rear-naked choke, and the pair were then asked to blind rank five influencer boxers.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 23

Paddy Pimblett admits he’s ‘struggling to get a fight’ after angling for title eliminator

Paddy Pimblett has voiced some frustrations as he waits to find out what’s next. As was recently pointed out by Ronda Rousey, Pimblett has become a mainstream star for the UFC since debuting with the promotion in 2021.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 23

Paddy Pimblett reignites rivalry with Logan Paul: ‘I wanna punch his head in’

Paddy Pimblett couldn’t resist taking shots at Logan Paul during a recent interview. The UFC star recently put boxing icon Anthony Joshua in a chokehold during a promotional shoot for Under Armour.

MMA News / NY Fights / October 23

Paddy Pimblett Goes Off on 'Fake' Ilia Topuria, Calls Him a Conor McGregor Copycat

Paddy Pimblett just went nuclear on Ilia Topuria during a recent interview. The Liverpool scrapper didn’t hold back when raising questions on the lightweight champ’s original nationality.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 23

Anthony Joshua Humbled By Paddy Pimblett – Gets ‘Choked Out’

Former unified heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua learnt a harsh MMA lesson during a grappling session with Paddy Pimblett. Boxing and MMA are two completely different sports, but that has not stopped crossover fights.

Paddy Pimblett chokes Anthony Joshua into massive realization about MMA

Former world champion boxer Anthony Joshua came to the realization about MMA after sharing the mats with UFC star, Paddy Pimblett. Paddy Pimblett is one of the biggest current stars in the UFC, and there are talks swirling regarding him fighting Ilia Topuria next for the lightweight title.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 22

UFC Insider Hints at Paddy Pimblett’s Next Opponent, It’s Not Ilia Topuria

The lightweight division is buzzing, but not for the reasons fans may think. Paddy Pimblett is working hard and showing up to the gym with purpose, but no one knows who he’ll face next.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 17

Paddy Pimblett – Out in the Cold and Being Passed By

The Baddy, Paddy Pimblett, was scheduled to end 2025 with a huge fight. Entering the year, he was riding a six fight winning run and was beginning to silence the doubters.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 17

Paddy Pimblett’s teammate wishes Ilia Topuria ‘good luck’ when breaking down matchup

Paddy Pimblett has been targeting the UFC’s lightweight champion for some time. Earlier this year, Pimblett came face-to-face with Ilia Topuria at UFC 317 after ‘El Matador’ was crowned the new 155 pound titleholder.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Paddy Pimblett warned he has ‘no chance’ in rumoured Ilia Topuria UFC title clash

Paddy Pimblett has earned fans’ respect with his explosive run into UFC title contention – but his fellow top contenders aren’t so sure. For years, the Liverpool native was something of a gimmick fighter in the lightweight division.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / October 14

UFC lightweight division in 2025: Where things stand with Ilia Topuria, Paddy Pimblett and more at 155 pounds

One of the deepest divisions in the sport enters an interesting crossroads with an eye toward next year

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Paddy Pimblett surprisingly continues to climb lightweight rankings despite six-month break

The newest update to the UFC rankings has produced some changes in the lightweight division. This past weekend featured a big matchup in the 155 pound division, which understandably led to some movement in the top 15 rankings.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Paddy Pimblett Not a Threat to Ilia Topuria, Predicts Top Lightweight Contender

Ilia Topuria has become one of the most sought-after fighters in the promotion. After claiming the vacant UFC lightweight title by knocking out Charles Oliveira earlier this year, a wave of contenders is lining up to challenge the undefeated Georgian.

MMA News / Yardbarker / October 12

Potential lightweight matchups for Charles Oliveira, Mateusz Gamrot after bout

UFC fight night in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ended in stunning fashion with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot with a rear naked choke in the second round of their bout. Here are some potential next matchups for each fighter.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 12

Paddy Pimblett Responds to Ronda Rousey Praising Him as One of UFC’s True Entertainers

It is no secret that the UFC has long been not just a sport but also a spectacle. While elite fighters showcase their skills inside the Octagon, the company’s foundation rests just as much on showmanship as it does on athleticism.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12

Paddy Pimblett reacts to UFC legend Ronda Rousey singling him out for special praise

Paddy Pimblett is a happy man after being praised by one of MMA’s greatest legends. Ronda Rousey recently named him as the one UFC star who has broken through to the next level of celebrity “That’s what I think really matters, that you can make people know who you are,” the former UFC bantamweight champion said at New York Comic Con.