Pimblett Next Fight: Gaethje or Topuria? | UFC News
- UFC lightweight contender Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett has his sights set on a future matchup with Justin Gaethje, though he also expressed interest in facing Ilia topuria before...
- Pimblett (23-3) is coming off a TKO victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in April, a performance that earned him a performance of the night bonus and...
- The lightweight division landscape shifted recently with the proclamation that Topuria (16-0) will challenge charles Oliveira (35-10) for the title at UFC 317 in Las Vegas on June...
Paddy Pimblett wants a megafight! The UFC lightweight star is actively angling for his next bout, setting his sights on either Justin Gaethje or a potential clash later this year with ilia Topuria. Pimblett, fresh off a dominant win, is strategically positioning himself for a title shot. He’s keenly aware of the shifting landscape of the lightweight division and is carefully observing topuria’s upcoming title fight, understanding it could considerably impact his future. News Directory 3 has the scoop on Pimblett’s game plan and potential opponents. Will Pimblett face Gaethje’s explosive power, or will Topuria’s victory pave the way for a future showdown? Discover what’s next for “The Baddy.”
Paddy Pimblett Eyes Justin gaethje Fight, Potential UFC Title Shot
Updated May 15, 2025
UFC lightweight contender Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett has his sights set on a future matchup with Justin Gaethje, though he also expressed interest in facing Ilia topuria before year’s end. Pimblett is looking for a big fight to propel him toward a title shot.
Pimblett (23-3) is coming off a TKO victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in April, a performance that earned him a performance of the night bonus and a No. 6 ranking in ESPN’s lightweight rankings. The win silenced critics and put him in the title conversation.
The lightweight division landscape shifted recently with the proclamation that Topuria (16-0) will challenge charles Oliveira (35-10) for the title at UFC 317 in Las Vegas on June 28. This development has clarified Pimblett’s path forward, making a bout against Gaethje (26-5) or a title prospect more likely.
“I’m just planning on myself in October,” Pimblett told ESPN, suggesting his return to the Octagon is being planned. “I think it will more than likely be Justin Gaethje because Max [Holloway] and Dustin [Poirier] are fighting,that’s 4 and 5.”
Pimblett acknowledged Gaethje’s reputation as an exciting fighter. “Obviously, Justin is a legend. He comes out and he has a scrap. You can’t not like Justin Gaethje, he comes out and has a scrap every time. But he’s another one who is coming to the back end of his career, and I really think that I finish him,” Pimblett said.
Pimblett also plans to attend the Topuria-Oliveira fight, keeping a close watch on the potential champion. “I’ll be in the arena when Ilia fights charles.If Ilia wins, I can see him mentioning me so you never know I could just be like Charles and get a win off fighting Michael Chandler,” he stated.
He added,”I think it’s better for me if Ilia wins because I might not even have to fight again,I’ll more than likely be his first defense if he mentions me after it.”
“He said himself he wants to fight me just like I want to fight him,” Pimblett concluded, indicating a mutual interest in a future showdown.
what’s next
Pimblett will be closely monitoring the Topuria-Oliveira title fight, with a potential matchup against the winner or a bout against Justin Gaethje on the horizon.