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UFC’s Paddy Pimblett and Tom Hardy announce surprising collaboration

While Venom actor Tom Hardy is a regular Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, is he anywhere near a professional MMA/UFC fighter? Recently, Hardy crossed paths with UFC’s Paddy Pimblett at the world premiere of MobLand Season 2.

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Paddy Pimblett and Hollywood's Tom Hardy set up BJJ training session

UFC star Paddy Pimblett got a warm welcome at the world premiere of Paramount+’s crime drama MobLand season 2, meeting Tom Hardy and other members of the cast.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 14

Paddy Pimblett targeted, has 'unfinished business' with former opponent

Paddy Pimblett is no stranger to being sought after in the fighting world. Liverpool, England’s own Paddy ‘The Baddy’ has perfectly followed the blueprint to be successful in mixed martial arts.

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 12

Why Dana White Can’t Stop Praising Paddy Pimblett

Dana White called Paddy Pimblett invaluable to the UFC The praise comes from the UFC president regarding the Liverpool fighter’s importance Pimblett has

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 11

Ilia Topuria’s manager dismisses Paddy Pimblett fight while continuing pursuit of Justin Gaethje rematch

Ilia Topuria’s manager has maintained that he is targeting a Justin Gaethje rematch. Earlier this year in the UFC Freedom 250 main event, Ilia Topuria suffered the first loss of his career when Justin Gaethje pulled off one of the greatest upsets of all time.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 11

Dana White: Ilia Topuria vs Paddy Pimblett would justify rare Conor McGregor-style main event

Dana White has no doubts that Ilia Topuria vs Paddy Pimblett doesn’t need to be for a title. Pimblett has continued to mock Topuria’s loss at the White House lawn since one of the biggest upsets of the year took place.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 11

Paddy Pimblett invaluable to the UFC, says Dana White

Paddy Pimblett has been an asset to the UFC since his debut five years ago. The fan favorite entered the octagon with a wealth of experience, having fought 19 times outside of the UFC before joining.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 10

Pimblett Details Hatred Of Topuria

Paddy Pimblett wants to hurt Ilia Topuria badly. The Liverpool lightweight told fans he harbours genuine animosity toward the featherweight champion and hopes to face him inside the Octagon, MMA Mania reports.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 9

Pimblett On His Next UFC Fight After BSD Win

Paddy Pimblett does not have a fight booked yet and has not heard from the UFC about who his next opponent will be. The Liverpool lightweight told Eze Obas in a recent interview that he expects to return in December if all goes to plan, per MMA Junkie.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 7

UFC legend brands Paddy Pimblett the one man who can ‘ground Salahdine Parnasse’ after stunning debut

Legendary two-weight UFC champion Daniel Cormier believes Paddy Pimblett might need to be drafted in to slow down the promotion’s newest big signing. Former KSW champion Salahdine Parnasse exploded on to the scene with a thudding knockout of Dan Hooker at UFC Paris on Saturday night.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 7

Pimblett Reveals UFC Return Timeline After Saint Denis Win

Paddy Pimblett is targeting a December return to the Octagon and has identified several potential opponents for his next lightweight bout. The Liverpool native, who submitted Benoit Saint Denis in under a minute earlier this year, told MMA Mania over the weekend that he would welcome a fight with former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 7

Paddy Pimblett reacts to rumor he is set to fight Ilia Topuria next: ‘I’d love to smash his head in’

Paddy Pimblett says he hasn’t had a call about fighting Ilia Topuria at UFC 335. Sean O’Malley’s coach, Tim Welch, recently claimed to have heard rumors of the potential matchup taking place on December 12.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 6

Paddy Pimblett addresses Ilia Topuria fight rumors

Paddy Pimblett has opened up about rumors of him facing Ilia Topuria next. It took just 52 seconds for Paddy ‘The Baddy’ to catch Benoit Saint Denis in a choke and render him unconscious.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 4

Molly McCann believes Paddy Pimblett will win UFC belt in 2027 – the same year she’ll claim boxing world title

Molly McCann wants to become world champion in the ring next year, and thinks Paddy Pimblett will do the same in the octagon. McCann and Pimblett have one of the most famed friendships in MMA history, training together from their youth all the way to headlining massive UFC shows around the world.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 2

Dana White suggests ‘common sense’ rule change after Paddy Pimblett’s UFC 329 fine causes uproar

Dana White disagrees with the decision to fine three fighters following UFC 329. The Nevada State Athletic Commission [NSAC] withheld $2,500 from the purses of Max Holloway, Paddy Pimblett, and Gable Steveson after the July 11 card in Las Vegas.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 1

Tsarukyan Doubts UFC Books Topuria vs. Pimblett

Arman Tsarukyan does not expect UFC to book Ilia Topuria against Paddy Pimblett despite both lightweights landing in the same competitive orbit. The two have nearly brawled in hotels and arenas for years, and Pimblett shoved Topuria during a cage confrontation after the Spaniard's title win at UFC 317.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 1

Sean O’Malley Predicts Paddy Pimblett’s Fate Against Ilia Topuria Amid 'Rumblings' of December Fight

Sean O’Malley has weighed in on a potential blockbuster fight between Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett, and, surprisingly, he is leaning toward the Englishman.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 1

Arman Tsarukyan: Why the UFC won’t make Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett next

Arman Tsarukyan doesn’t expect the UFC to make one of the biggest fights possible anytime soon. Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett have been beefing ever since they brawled in a hotel lobby four years ago.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 31

Paddy Pimblett ‘wishes’ he could make full heavyweight move after latest post-fight binge

Paddy Pimblett has admitted that he wishes he could move up to heavyweight altogether in order to bring in a new diet. Top lightweight contender Pimblett has become infamous for winning a fight, and celebrating by ballooning in weight during a massive junk food binge.

MMA News / Bleacher Report / August 30

Watch: Paddy after DEVOURING a cheesesteak

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / September 2

Fever star Caitlin Clark loses spot to Sophie Cunningham

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has overtaken teammate Caitlin Clark in Instagram follower count. Cunningham is now officially the second-most-followed active WNBA player on Instagram, as she officially surpassed her Fever teammate Clark in the category.