Paddy Pimblett was present at UFC Vegas 108 to watch his teammate Nathan Fletcher compete, hoping for a strong performance. The event, held on Saturday night in Las Vegas, saw Fletcher quick to stand his ground but ultimately overwhelmed early in the fight.
Rinya Nakamura started decisively by landing a precise liver kick that marked the turning point. Despite Fletcher’s attempts to stay on his feet, a powerful follow-up strike sent him crashing down. The English fighter was forced to endure multiple ground strikes before the referee stopped the fight just 62 seconds in.
Pimblett’s Emotional Investment and Previous Reactions
This was not the first time ‘The Baddy’ had visibly reacted to his teammate’s setbacks, having shown clear disappointment during Fletcher’s earlier loss at UFC London. Pimblett traveled to Las Vegas to support Fletcher in his third Octagon appearance with the Next Generation team, signaling the strong bond between them despite the tough defeat.
Looking Ahead: Paddy Pimblett’s Upcoming Challenges
Meanwhile, Paddy Pimblett is preparing for his next match after a major victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in April. The excitement around Pimblett continues due to his ongoing rivalry with lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, who claimed the 155lb title at UFC 317. Their heated face-off has fueled speculation about a potential showdown in 2025, although no official confirmation has been made on who will challenge Topuria next.