“You haven’t seen the last of me” – Paddy Pimblett

Liverpudlian Paddy Pimblett’s seven-bout winning streak in UFC came to an end on Saturday night, but the resilient fighter isn’t letting the defeat dampen his spirits. Pimblett lost to American Justin Gaethje in a thrilling interim lightweight championship bout in Las Vegas, with judges scoring the fight 48-47, 49-46, and 49-46 in Gaethje’s favor.

“You live and you learn; I’m 31, I will be back better. You haven’t seen the last of me.”

Paddy Pimblett

Pimblett admitted he wanted the win but paid tribute to his opponent, saying, “There is no man I’d rather lose to than [Gaethje]. He is someone I loved watching growing up and it shows why he is a legend.”

A Fierce Bout: Pimblett’s Resilience on Display

An accidental eye poke on Pimblett in the first round led to a ring doctor checking on him, but he was deemed fit to continue, and he traded blows with Gaethje for the next two rounds. In the second round, Pimblett was dropped in the final seconds but managed to survive and rally in the third, despite a low blow halting his momentum.

Pimblett pushed for a late knockout in the final rounds but came up short, with both fighters embracing in a show of respect after the fight. Gaethje, now a two-time interim champion, acknowledged Pimblett’s resilience, saying, “Paddy is right – Scousers do not get knocked out!”

Looking Ahead: Gaethje to Face Topuria Next

The American will next face Ilia Topuria once the latter returns from a personal break.

Did you know?

• Pimblett’s last defeat was in 2018, before he joined the UFC.
• Gaethje and Pimblett combined for 166 significant strikes in their fight, the most in UFC lightweight history.

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What’s next for Paddy Pimblett?

Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – Pimblett isn’t going anywhere. Keep an eye out for this resilient fighter as he continues to make waves in the UFC.

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IMAGE: Pimblett suffered an eye poke in the first round https://e0.365dm.com/26/01/768×432/skysports-paddy-pimblett-mma_7144991.jpg?20260125064656

IMAGE: The judges’ scores came back 48-47, 49-46, and 49-46 as Gaethje (left) won the interim title https://e0.365dm.com/26/01/768×432/skysports-justin-gaethje-paddy-pimblett_7144990.jpg?20260125064613