Patrick Pimblett, who also goes by ‘The Baddy,’ is an English lightweight MMA contender who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Pimblett entered the professional scene in 2012 at the age of 17, achieving a 3–0 record before securing a contract with Cage Warriors the following year. He also won the featherweight championship in the same promotion after defeating Kevin Petshi via submission.
As of April 11, 2025, Pimblett holds a professional MMA record of 22 wins to 3 losses (22-3-0) and is currently the #12 ranked lightweight fighter on the UFC roster. He has fought in the UFC six times and has won on all occasions (6-0-0).
Paddy Pimblett's UFC career
Pimblett made his first appearance in the UFC at UFC Fight Night 191 on September 4, 2021, facing Luigi Vendramini. He won in the first round by knockout, earning a Performance of the Night bonus for his performance. On March 19, he faced Rodrigo Vargas at UFC Fight Night 204, winning via first-round submission and earning his second consecutive Performance of the Night award.
On July 23, he defeated Jordan Leavitt at UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall with a second-round rear-naked choke, securing another Performance of the Night award. On December 10, Pimblett faced Jared Gordon at UFC 282, winning by unanimous decision amid controversy, as many believed Gordon should have won. Paddy Pimblett also fought UFC veteran Tony ‘El Cucuy’ Ferguson at UFC 296 on December 16, 2023, and won the bout via unanimous decision. Pimblett beat King Green at UFC 304 and is now scheduled to face Michael Chandler at UFC 314 on April 12, 2025.
FAQs
A. Pimblett made his promotional debut in the UFC at UFC Fight Night 191 against Luigi Vendramini on September 4, 2021.
A. Paddy Pimblett currently holds a professional record of 22 wins and 3 losses (22-3-0).
A. Paddy Pimblett is of English nationality.
A. Pimblett’s next opponent is Michael Chandler.
A. Paddy Pimblett fought at Cage Warriors before being signed to the UFC.
