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Pimblett eyes Gaethje rematch after BSD fight
23 Jun
Summary
- Pimblett believes fouls impacted his fight against Gaethje.
- He aims to face Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329.
- Pimblett acknowledges other contenders in the lightweight division.
Paddy Pimblett expressed renewed motivation after watching Justin Gaethje secure the undisputed lightweight championship, a title he believes he could have contended for more strongly had their previous fight not been marred by alleged fouls. Pimblett is now preparing for his own challenge against Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas.
This bout is critical for both fighters' championship aspirations. Pimblett feels his prior five-round bout with Gaethje, which he contested was a winnable fight despite the judges' decision, positions him favorably for a future rematch. He anticipates Saint Denis will attempt takedowns but believes he can secure a submission if the fight goes to the ground, or force a striking battle.
Looking ahead, Pimblett acknowledges the competitive landscape of the lightweight division, with fighters like Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira also in contention. He is not assuming a victory against Saint Denis guarantees a title shot but remains focused on defeating BSD and then reassessing his path to a potential second bout with the undisputed champion, Gaethje.
