Learn more about Paddy Pimblett's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Pro since 2012
- Six wins by KO, seven by submission (4 RNC, 2 flying triangle choke, triangle armbar)
- 10 first round finishes
- Has won four of his last five and three in a row
- Holds 2016 win over UFC vet Julian Erosa
- Also faced UFC vets Cameron Else and Nad Narimani
- Origin of nickname: “My coach gave me the nickname.”
UFC History
UFC Fight Night (9/4/2021) Pimblett stopped Luigi Vendramini via TKO (strikes) at 4:25 of round one
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training when I was 15 and fell in love with it, but really, I was born to do this - it’s my calling / destiny.
What ranks and titles have you held? I’m a black belt in BJJ & former Cage Warriors FW champ
Do you have any heroes? I have sporting heroes such as Roger Federer, Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher, Ayrton Senna, Michael Jordan and Mane Garrincha. But in MMA, my hero would be Big Nog.
What was your job before you started fighting? I’ve never had a normal job – I started training full time when I was 16.
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? Went 9-0 as an amateur, holding the best ammy title around at the time
Specific accomplishments in pro competition? Filled out the Echo Arena (now known as the M&S Bank Arena) on my own and won a world title in there
If any, list ranks in any martial arts styles: BJJ black belt
Favorite grappling technique: Flying Triangle
Favorite Striking technique: Head kick