Paddy Pimblett confidently predicted his win over Michael Chandler ahead of their April UFC 314 bout, where he secured a third-round TKO victory. Known as ‘The Baddy,’ Pimblett claimed he would take down Chandler, a skilled college wrestler, despite doubts from others.
Training alongside UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, Pimblett analyzed the UFC 314 co-main event. He recalled surprising former UFC star Daniel Cormier with his wrestling prediction before the fight.
I remember speaking to ‘DC’ the day before,
Pimblett said.
I’m like, ‘Lad, I’ll take him down.’
He continued,
He’s like, ‘What? You think you’ll take Michael Chandler down?’ Yeah!’ They think they are better than anything. I was like, ‘I’ll take him down. Don’t worry about that. It’s the same with Justin [Gaethje]. If I fight Gaethje, I’ll take him down.
I’m not a—d if he wrestled in high school.
Upcoming Rivalry with Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria
Looking past his victory at UFC 314, Pimblett is now focused on potential future matchups, with many anticipating a fight against lightweight champion Ilia Topuria. Their rivalry intensified after a heated confrontation following Topuria’s championship win at UFC 317.
With Jon Jones retired, Pimblett voiced his desire for a high-stakes bout, calling it the
“biggest fight the UFC can make”
currently.
Now that Jon Jones is retired, I think it’s the biggest fight the UFC can make,
Pimblett told One-on-One MMA.
Now there’s no Jon Jones and they can’t do him and Tom [Aspinall], so it wouldn’t surprise me if I’ve got the belt in six to 12 months.
It remains uncertain whether Pimblett or another contender will earn the next shot at Topuria’s lightweight title.
Significance of Pimblett’s Rise in the UFC
Pimblett’s accurate pre-fight predictions and dominant performances have positioned him as a rising star in the UFC lightweight division. His confidence in wrestling specialists like Chandler and Gaethje challenges expectations and signals a shift in his fighting approach. The prospect of a showdown with Ilia Topuria could define the lightweight division’s direction in 2025 and beyond, especially with top fighters like Jon Jones no longer active.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why did Paddy Pimblett get $200,000?
A. White first agreed to double the bonuses after Green asked at Thursday’s press conference before the fight. On Saturday night, Pimblett’s bonus was increased again. Interestingly, Pimblett earned this extra bonus for defeating Green with a first-round submission during the main event.
Q. Is Paddy Pimblett a millionaire?
A. His special charm, especially among audiences in Britain and Europe, has made him a famous figure in the MMA scene. By 2025, Pimblett’s worth is around $5 million. In the UFC, he has a record of 22 wins and 3 losses. His rapid rise as an MMA star is evident to all.
Q. Is Paddy Pimblett rich?
A. Right now, different sources provide varying estimates for Paddy Pimblett’s net worth. Some estimate it to be close to $5 million, which is approximately £3.9 million. Other reports suggest his net worth could be between $3 million and $5 million by 2024.
Q. How rich is Paddy Pimblett?
A. Pimblett is expected to have around $5 million in net worth by 2025. His UFC career record stands at 22 wins, 3 losses, and no draws.