Paddy Pimblett explains why he doesn’t expect to fight Ilia Topuria next after UFC 329
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Key Points:
- Paddy Pimblett faces Benoit Saint Denis in the UFC 329 co-main event on July 11, with speculation about a potential fight against Ilia Topuria later this year.
- Pimblett doubts Topuria will return to competition before the end of 2024 due to injuries sustained in his recent title fight loss to Justin Gaethje.
- Despite previously lobbying for a fight with Topuria, Pimblett acknowledges the unpredictable nature of MMA and is focused on his upcoming bout.
- Pimblett respects Gaethje, who defeated him for the interim lightweight title, and believes it was destiny for Gaethje to headline and win at the historic UFC White House event.
- While Pimblett hopes to rematch Gaethje and eventually face Topuria, he knows he must secure multiple wins after Saint Denis before earning those opportunities.
