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Paddy Pimblett Wants McGregor-Like Finish vs. Topuria
2 Oct
Summary
- Pimblett desires a quick knockout victory over Ilia Topuria.
- He aims to replicate Conor McGregor's 13-second finish.
- Pimblett criticizes Arman Tsarukyan as a 'rich kid'.
Paddy Pimblett has openly stated his preference for a fight against Ilia Topuria, aiming to replicate Conor McGregor's iconic 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo. Pimblett envisions a scenario where he defeats Topuria swiftly, potentially sending him back to the featherweight division. He believes a "The Ultimate Fighter" season featuring both fighters would be highly entertaining due to their existing animosity.
Currently, Topuria is reportedly angling for a rematch with lightweight champion Justin Gaethje. Pimblett dismissed Topuria's claims about Gaethje loading his gloves, calling them baseless excuses. Pimblett's primary goal remains a championship bout against Gaethje, but he also expressed a strong desire to face Topuria, contrasting him with Arman Tsarukyan, whom Pimblett characterized negatively as a privileged fighter he wishes to dominate.