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Arman Tsarukyan’s manager hits back at Paddy Pimblett’s reasoning for preferring a matchup with ‘legend’ Justin Gaethje

Arman Tsarukyan sits in a strange place in the lightweight division right now. While many fans believe that Tsarukyan is the rightful next contender, Ilia Topuria clearly has no intentions of fighting him having recently stated that he’d rather vacate his title.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 26

UFC lightweight contender insists Paddy Pimblett is not worthy of the top 10, let alone a title shot

The animosity between UFC lightweight contenders Arman Tsarukyan and Paddy Pimblett shows no sign of waning. Tsarukyan and Pimblett are among those vying for the first shot at the new UFC lightweight king, who was crowned when Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira at International Fight Week in late June.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 25

Paddy Pimblett plots ‘biggest fight UFC can make’ after Jon Jones retirement

Paddy Pimblett believes no fight can be bigger than his shot at Ilia Topuria’s lightweight title, particularly after Jon Jones’ retirement. The fast-rising Scouser announced himself as a serious contender with a vicious beatdown of Michael Chandler back at UFC 314 in April.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 25

Paddy Pimblett brutally shuts down No. 1 UFC contender fight

If Paddy Pimblett has his way, he'd rather fight a UFC legend than the current No. 1-ranked lightweight contender in his next appearance. 'The Baddy' is still undefeated among the ranks of the UFC, having last mauled Michael Chandler in their contest at UFC 314.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 22

UFC Star Paddy Pimblett Once Nearly Lost a Kidney During Extreme Weight Cut

Scousers don’t get knocked out! UFC fans are well aware of Paddy Pimblett’s mantra inside the Octagon. Still undefeated in the promotion, the rising UFC star is quickly closing in on title contention and remains confident that no one can take him out easily.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 21

Paddy Pimblett reveals he almost suffered terrifying kidney failure after shocking weight cut

Paddy Pimblett has always struggled with brutal weight cuts and since joining the UFC, his weight fluctuations have become even more documented. Since joining the UFC in 2021, Paddy Pimblett has become one of the sport’s biggest stars, winning over fans from all over the world having already built up a huge fanbase in the UK.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 17

Colby Covington mocked after he ignored UFC 318 fighter’s callout and targeted Paddy Pimblett instead

One UFC 318 star had some choice words for Colby Covington after having his pursuit of a fight against the controversial welterweight snubbed. Covington’s former teammate-turned-foe Dustin Poirier will mark the main attraction at Saturday’s pay-per-view event, as the UFC returns to Louisiana for the first time in over a decade.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 10

'I Asked Several Times' – Charles Oliveira Admits Having No Memory of Ilia Topuria Knockout

Heading into UFC 317, Charles Oliveira was confident he would defeat Ilia Topuria and reclaim the UFC lightweight championship. However, just as Topuria predicted, he secured a stunning first-round knockout, finishing Oliveira in dominant and devastating fashion.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9

Paddy Pimblett uses Islam Makhachev’s 2022 title shot to push back on claim he hasn’t earned Ilia Topuria fight

Paddy Pimblett is baffled by the suggestion he isn’t worthy of a title shot given Islam Makhachev’s path to the UFC lightweight gold three years ago. Pimblett had a front-row seat as a new champion was crowned in his division at UFC 317 on June 28.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 7

Paddy Pimblett goes against the grain in Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway 3 prediction

Paddy Pimblett chooses between Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway at UFC 318. Two of the UFC’s biggest fan-favorites collide for a third time on July 19th in New Orleans.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 7

Team Ilia Topuria Reveals ‘Closest’ Contender to Get Title Shot, and It’s Not Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria is the talk of fight town right now, but could only sustain for so long. Topuria relinquished his 145-pound stakes and made the jump to challenge Islam Makhachev.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Paddy Pimblett Breaks Down Bold Career Plan Amid Ilia Topuria Saga

UFC fighter and MMA artist Paddy Pimblett has never lacked confidence, and now the Liverpool native is eyeing a future that extends beyond the Octagon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5

Paddy Pimblett touts massive career change with UFC title win over Ilia Topuria

Paddy Pimblett could see himself leaving the lightweight division after dethroning Ilia Topuria. The #10-ranked UFC Lightweight is still a ways from being the #1 contender, but Pimblett is closer than ever to a UFC title after facing off with new champion Ilia Topuria at UFC 317.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 5

Sean O'Malley: 'Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett is the fight to make'

Now that former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria punched his way to the lightweight title, who'll be his next opponent has been a hot button topic. Should he face No.

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MMA News / FirstSportz / July 5

‘Conor McGregor Carbon Copy’: Ilia Topuria gets Flamed by Nemesis Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria has rapidly risen to stardom, becoming one of the most electrifying names of the UFC’s current generation. After claiming the featherweight title, he confidently moved to the lightweight division and became a second-division champion last weekend.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

Paddy Pimblett claims he’s Ilia Topuria’s ‘kryptonite’ due to key advantage that he holds over bitter rival

Paddy Pimblett looks set to challenge for the UFC lightweight title in his next outing. Though Ilia Topuria suggested that Pimblett might not be next following their heated face-off inside the Octagon at UFC 317, there’s no denying that it’s the biggest fight in the lightweight division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 4

UFC rival names 3 opponents ‘legit’ Paddy Pimblett can’t beat ahead of Ilia Topuria grudge match

The next title fight in the UFC’s lightweight division was seemingly decided inside the cage at UFC 317. Paddy Pimblett shared a heated face-off with Ilia Topuria after stepping into the Octagon following the conclusion of the main event.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 3

Ilia Topuria Wants To Humiliate Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett has been brewing for a while now. The two fighters’ bitter rivalry started when they got into a scuffle at the fighter hotel in March 2022 ahead of that year’s UFC London event.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 3

Paddy Pimblett's coach makes bold prediction if 'The Baddy' fights Ilia Topuria

Paddy Pimblett's head coach, Paul Rimmer, believes lightweight champion Ilia Topuria is in for a rude awakening if he's matched up against his fighter. Pimblett and Topuria have a storied rivalry that dates back years.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 3

‘Weight Bully’ Paddy Pimblett Gets Surprising Challenge Despite Chasing Ilia Topuria Superfight

Top 10 lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett was present at UFC 317 when Ilia Topuria brutally knocked out Charles Oliveira for the vacant title. The Scouser then walked into the octagon and engaged in an intense face-off with the newly crowned featherweight champion.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 2