Ilia Topuria's $13,700 UFC Freedom 250 stool bought by fan, not Paddy Pimblett

A fan has stepped forward to claim ownership of Ilia Topuria’s $13,700 UFC Freedom 250 stool, debunking Paddy Pimblett’s assertion that he bought the item. The stool was part of the event where Topuria lost to Justin Gaethje in a fourth-round stoppage.

What happened at UFC Freedom 250?

Ilia Topuria suffered a brutal defeat to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250, with the fight ending in the fourth round after his corner threw in the towel. The loss marked a significant setback for Topuria, who had been a rising star in the lightweight division.

Paddy Pimblett, a vocal critic of Topuria, posted images on social media claiming he had purchased the red stool used by Topuria during the event. However, a fan named Jessica has come forward with proof that she was the actual buyer.

Why did the fan buy the stool?

Jessica, a self-proclaimed big fan of Ilia Topuria, revealed that she purchased the stool to prevent Pimblett or anyone else from using it to taunt Topuria. She shared invoices and other documentation to support her claim, stating that the stool was bought for $13,700.

In a video posted on social media, Jessica explained her motivation: “I bought it. Not Paddy or anybody else. Big Ilia fan, and I kinda purchased it on purpose so that Paddy or nobody else could actually buy it and use it against him.”

Paddy Pimblett’s reaction to Topuria’s loss

Pimblett has been a consistent critic of Topuria, especially after his loss to Gaethje. He took to social media to mock Topuria, accusing him of quitting during the fight.

“You quit on your stool like the little b**** you are,” Pimblett wrote. “I’m a real fighter and went 5 rounds your a little pretender chorizo!”

Pimblett also expressed interest in a rematch with Gaethje, whom he lost to at UFC 324. He congratulated Gaethje and hinted at a potential rematch for the undisputed title.

What’s next for Ilia Topuria?

The loss to Gaethje was a significant blow to Topuria’s career, and his next steps remain uncertain. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how he bounces back from this setback.

For now, the focus remains on the controversy surrounding the stool, with Jessica’s claim adding a new layer to the ongoing feud between Pimblett and Topuria.