Paddy Pimblett has hinted at his next opponent without revealing details, stating that the UFC will make an official announcement at the appropriate time. Pimblett suggested that fans will learn about the matchup soon, including a social media photo that appears to provide a subtle clue. The Liverpool lightweight has been actively competing in the UFC's 155-pound division and continues building his profile. Based on the context of surrounding posts, his opponent is likely Benoit Saint-Denis for UFC 329 on July 11.
Paddy Pimblett is dropping hints about his next fight, teasing fans with a social media post that appears to contain a subtle clue about an upcoming matchup, with an official UFC announcement expected soon.
The Liverpool-born lightweight, known as "The Baddy," carries a 23-4-0 record and currently sits ranked sixth in the UFC's 155-pound division. The 31-year-old out of Next Generation MMA Liverpool has made himself one of the more active and recognizable names in the lightweight ranks, landing an impressive 5.49 significant strikes per minute at 52 percent accuracy. He also poses a threat on the ground, averaging 1.2 submission attempts per 15 minutes, giving opponents multiple problems to solve whenever he steps into the octagon.
Based on the context of posts surrounding Pimblett's tease, the likely opponent is Benoit Saint-Denis, with the bout potentially slated for UFC 329 on July 11.
Why it matters
- A win over a ranked opponent would push Pimblett deeper into lightweight title contention from his current sixth-place spot.
- Pimblett's high striking output and submission threat make him a stylistically engaging matchup for any top-15 lightweight.
- UFC 329 on July 11 would give Pimblett another marquee platform to elevate his profile in one of the promotion's deepest divisions.
