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Reports Link Paddy Pimblett to January Title Shot vs Ilia Topuria in Los Angeles

Reports remain unverified, with conflicting event details alongside claims the booking prioritizes marketability.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Pimblett is being lined up to challenge Topuria in January in Los Angeles, topping a pay-per-view available on Paramount+.
  • Coverage conflicts on the event identifier, with one report citing UFC 24 and another UFC 324, reflecting the absence of an official announcement.
  • Reports also say Justin Gaethje was initially considered before executives favored Pimblett for his drawing power.
  • Fan reaction is split, with some calling the potential title shot undeserved and others backing the rivalry as the most compelling option.
  • Pimblett stopped Michael Chandler by TKO at UFC 314 and is unbeaten in the UFC, though Dustin Poirier contends he still needs one more major win before a title shot.