"3-0 at 16 is nuts", "Gowan lad, belts not far" - Fans react to Paddy Pimblett's recent post highlighting his growth and confidence before joining UFC

Paddy Pimblett recently shared an edit of an interview he conducted when he was an unbeaten 16-year-old. Fans embraced the rookie martial artist's rise to UFC fame.

'The baddy' is a regular talent for the UFC, particularly in the British aisles. During the interview, Pimblett was asked his predictions for his upcoming fights. His three-word response reflects the Brit's strong belief in his abilities:

"I'm gonna win"

'The Baddy' shared the video on his Instagram account, captioning it with:

"Can certainly say we’ve come a long long way"

Fans praised the precocious youngster's confidence and lauded the journey he's taken:

"Just been training", acknowledged one user

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"Skills and determination. You earned it. Hard work", commended another fan

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"3-0 at 16 is nuts too tho"

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"Gowan lads, belts not far"

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"This is the content we want to see of you, Baddy", said another user

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More fan reactions can be seen below:

Screenshot of fan reactions to Paddy Pimblett's post

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Chael Sonnen believes Paddy Pimblett is two fights away from a title

UFC veteran Chael Sonnen spoke highly of Paddy Pimblett at the ESPN UFC 304 post-fight show. Sonnen commended Pimblett for overcoming the tricky challenge of Bobby Green, who he submitted in round one. The former title challenger then asserted the 29-year-old lightweight is skilled in the Octagon and is also great for business.

Sonnen believes if 'The Baddy' continues to impress, he will shine on the biggest stage, as he has remained undefeated in the sport's toughest and deepest weight division:

"By the way guys, Paddy the Baddy is two fights, now they gotta be the right two fights. He's two fights away from fighting for the world champonmship."

MMA journalist Bret Okamoto acknowledged the 47-year-old's foresight and added those fights could come against Renato Moicano and Michael Chandler.

Sonnen continued:

"And not just the title where the UFC is going to wanna use him because he's obviously very good for business. A title fight, where we are saying, I think Paddy the Baddy should be next and get a title fight. I mean, at 155 pounds, you wanna compliment that. That is, that is the hardest division in our sport, that's always been the hardest division in our sport."

Check out Chael Sonnen's comments on Paddy Pimblett's future (3:45):

Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett (22-3-0) remains unbeaten in the UFC. He is 8-0 in the uber-competitive lightweight division. After defeating Tony Ferguson and Bobby Green, the Liverpool native is ranked #15 in the division.