Paddy Pimblett Reveals Why Men’s Mental Health Means So Much To Him

Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 (Photo By Imagn Images)

Paddy Pimblett Reveals Why Men’s Mental Health Means So Much To Him

Originally posted on Total Pro Sports | By Pavan Sharma | Last updated Apr 17, 2026 5:33 PM ET

Paddy Pimblett had one of the toughest times in the UFC when he lost his interim lightweight title fight against Justin Gaethje at UFC 324. Many had said that Pimblett didn’t deserve the title shot. This might have affected “The Baddy’s” mental health, and recently, he talked about men’s mental health and why it was important.

Pimblett explained that he spoke openly about men’s mental health because he had been through dark times himself. The former interim lightweight title challenger said that before joining the UFC, he had many difficult thoughts running through his head. In his interview with BBC Sport, he said:

“I’ve been there myself years ago before the UFC, so many mad thoughts running through my head. And then my mate killed himself 36 hours before I fought.”

The 31-year-old had often used his platform to encourage men to speak up, ask for help, and not keep everything bottled up. Meanwhile, he previously suffered a loss, which definitely affected him, but now he was aiming to bounce back in the UFC and announced his return.

Paddy Pimblett Announced His Return At International Fight Week

Fans were eagerly awaiting the International Fight Week announcement, as it was predicted that Conor McGregor might also return. However, before that, UFC star Pimblett announced his return and got a fight set for International Fight Week. During his recent interview with BBC Sport, Pimblett said:

“I’m gonna be fighting in 12 weeks… July 11 it’s gonna be.”

Paddy Pimblett announced that he's got a fight set for International Fight Week

"I'm gonna be fighting in 12 weeks… July 11 it's gonna be."

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“The Baddy” had the opportunity to fight for the lightweight title but failed to do it. He lost via decision against Justin Gaethje at UFC 324, but now he is aiming to bounce back and has already announced his return. His opponent was still not revealed, and fans had to wait for the official announcement.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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