Paddy Pimblett commented on Mateusz Gamrot's lack of popularity within the UFC, pointing out a pattern in Gamrot's recent matchmaking. Pimblett noted that this marks the second time in Gamrot's last three fights that the top-10 ranked fighter has faced an unranked opponent. He suggested this clearly demonstrates that nobody pays attention to Gamrot. Pimblett labeled the Polish lightweight as a boring fighter, implying his fighting style is the reason for his lack of high-profile matchups. The comments appear designed to dismiss Gamrot as a potential opponent or legitimate contender.
Paddy Pimblett has taken aim at fellow lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot, publicly dismissing the Polish fighter as boring and suggesting his style is the reason he struggles to attract high-profile matchups.
Pimblett, ranked sixth in the UFC lightweight division, made the comments as part of what appears to be a broader effort to frame Gamrot as an irrelevant contender. The 31-year-old Liverpudlian holds a 23-4 record and fights out of Next Generation MMA Liverpool. Known for his active offensive output, Pimblett lands 5.49 significant strikes per minute at 52 percent accuracy, and averages 1.2 submission attempts per 15 minutes, a style that has helped build a large fan following.
Gamrot, ranked 10th at lightweight, carries a 26-4 record and trains out of American Top Team. The 35-year-old Pole is one of the division's more technically complete grapplers, averaging an impressive 5.15 takedowns per 15 minutes with a southpaw stance and a 70-inch reach. Pimblett specifically pointed out that Gamrot has faced an unranked opponent in two of his last three fights, arguing this pattern reflects a lack of public interest in the fighter.
Why it matters
- Pimblett sits four spots above Gamrot in the lightweight rankings, giving his criticism a clear competitive dimension.
- Gamrot's grappling-heavy style contrasts sharply with Pimblett's striking and submission-oriented game, making a potential matchup between them a genuine stylistic clash.
- The comments appear aimed at shaping the lightweight contender narrative, with Pimblett positioning himself above Gamrot in terms of marketability and relevance.
- Whether the UFC's matchmakers share Pimblett's view of Gamrot's drawing power could influence how both fighters are routed through the top ten.
