What type of fighter is Paddy Pimblett?

Last Modified Apr 10, 2025 18:07 GMT
UFC 304: Green v Pimblett
Paddy Pimblett. [Image courtesy: Getty].

Patrick Pimblett is an English mixed martial artist who fights in the UFC’s lightweight division. He was born on January 3, 1995, in Liverpool, England. Pimlett began training in MMA at the age of 14 and his professional debut at the age of 17. Prior to joining the UFC, Pimblett fought in various fight promotions Cage Warriors, where he won the featherweight championship in 2016.

Pimblett appeared in the UFC for the first time in 2021. The biggest win of his career came against Tony Ferguson in the promotion at UFC 296 in December 2023, where Pimblett won via a unanimous decision. That said, as of July 2024, he still hasn't taken a bout against any top-15 fighter. Out of the cage, Pimblett is a social media sensation and brand ambassador for Barstool Sports. He has also spoken in the past about mental health following the suicide of a close friend.

Paddy Pimblett Fighting Style

Paddy Pimblett's fighting style is both versatile and aggressive, combining striking and grappling to secure victories. At first, his focus was on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as he holds a black belt and excels in executing complex submissions like flying triangles​​. His knockout power was also demonstrated in his UFC debut where he knocked out Luigi Vendramini with a series of punches, demonstrating his improved striking from dedicated training in boxing and Muay Thai​​. Pimblett's wrestling, while not as prominent as his grappling, effectively supports his ground game.

Paddy Pimblett UFC Record

Paddy Pimblett is still undefeated in the UFC as of April 10, 2025, and holds a record of six wins and no losses.

ResultRecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocation
Win22-3King Green Technical Submission (triangle choke)UFC 307July 27, 202413:22Manchester, England
Win21–3Tony FergusonDecision (unanimous)UFC 296December 16, 202335:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win20–3Jared GordonDecision (unanimous)UFC 282December 10, 202235:00Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win19–3Jordan LeavittSubmission (rear-naked choke)UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. AspinallJuly 23, 202222:46London, England
Win18–3Rodrigo VargasSubmission (rear-naked choke)UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. AspinallMarch 19, 202213:50London, England
Win17–3Luigi VendraminiKO (punches)UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. TillSeptember 4, 202114:25Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Paddy Pimblett MMA Record

Paddy Pimblett has a professional mixed martial arts record of 22 wins and three losses as of April 10, 2025. He has won six fights by knockout, 10 by submission, and two by decision.

25 matches22 wins3 losses
By knockout60
By submission101
By decision62

Last updated on April 10, 2025

FAQs on Paddy Pimblett's fighting style.

A. Paddy Pimblett is a versatile fighter with both striking and grappling skills.

A. No, he fights with an orthodox stance.

A. He has lost 3 fights as a professional as of April 10, 2025.

A. He has a professional MMA record of 22 wins and 3 losses as of April 10, 2025.

A. No, Paddy Pimblett has won all the fights that he has fought in the UFC as of April 10, 2025.

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