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Paddy Pimblett Fight 'Sells Itself' as Fans Pick Between Topuria, Tsarukyan, and Oliveira

2026-07-16 · Paddy Pimblett · Club News

Paddy Pimblett Fight 'Sells Itself' as Fans Pick Between Topuria, Tsarukyan, and Oliveira

Paddy Pimblett's recent submission win over Benoit Saint-Denis in just 52 seconds at UFC 329 has left fans and the Bloody Elbow staff debating his next assignment.

What happened?

Pimblett's performance has catapulted him four spots in the lightweight rankings, and the fanbase is split on who he should face next. The Bloody Elbow staff has weighed in on the discussion, with some suggesting a grudge match against Ilia Topuria, while others propose a fight against Charles Oliveira or Justin Gaethje.

Why it matters for Paddy Pimblett

Pimblett's rise in the rankings has created a plethora of options for his next fight. Fans are divided on who he should face next, with some calling for a fight against Topuria, while others believe he should face Oliveira or Gaethje. The Bloody Elbow staff has also chimed in on the discussion, with some suggesting a fight against Topuria in England.

What comes next?

The UFC has a multitude of options for Pimblett's next assignment, and it remains to be seen who he will face next. With fans and the Bloody Elbow staff divided on who he should face, one thing is certain-Pimblett's next fight will be highly anticipated.

Pimblett's recent performance has left fans and the Bloody Elbow staff in awe, and it's clear that he is a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. With a multitude of options for his next assignment, it's anyone's guess who he will face next.

The Bloody Elbow staff has weighed in on the discussion, with some suggesting a fight against Topuria, while others propose a fight against Oliveira or Gaethje. The debate continues to rage on, with fans and the Bloody Elbow staff divided on who Pimblett should face next.

In the end, it's up to the UFC to decide who Pimblett will face next. With a multitude of options available, it's clear that Pimblett's next fight will be highly anticipated.

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