Top 4 potential opponents for Paddy Pimblett’s fight at UFC 282

Top 4 potential opponents for Paddy Pimblett’s fight at UFC 282

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Paddy Pimblett is all set to return at UFC 282, and is in search of an opponent. Pimblett is currently one of the fastest-rising stars in the UFC, and would need a fighter of the same stature to continue his momentum.

The Brit believes that everyone wants to fight him because he is hyped and doesn’t look dangerous. While commentating at Cage Warriors 144, Pimblett said, “I don’t think there’s anyone ducking me…I don’t think anyone would duck me, because I don’t look very scary.”

While Pimblett might say he does not look dangerous, that isn’t true. In his last three fights in the UFC, the Brit has managed to finish all his opponents. As he aims to secure a fourth fight in the octagon, let’s take a look at some of the fighters Pimblett could potentially face.

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Probable opponents for Paddy Pimblett’s next fight

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First in line is Terrance McKinney. ‘T Wrecks’s’ last fight was against Erick Gonzalez at UFC on ESPN 40, where he won via submission. Speaking about a potential fight with Pimblett, McKinney said, “The fans will love it. I think it’s just about time for us to clash. It’s just a matter of time. Even if it’s not this year, it’s going to come. I and Paddy will headline a [UFC show]. It’s going to be a sellout fight.” McKinney has won 7 out of 8 fights since 2021, and can prove to be a worthy opponent for ‘The Baddy,’

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Another challenge for Pimblett could be Ilia Topuria. The duo also share history as they almost broke into a fight in a hotel. Pimblett had thrown an object at Topuria resulting in a tense confrontation between them. Topuria is on an unbeaten 12-match streak and can prove to be a very tough opponent to beat. The UFC can capitalize on its history to sell the fight and make it more dramatic.

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Grant Dawson is also a fighter who can prove to be a great challenge for Paddy Pimblett. Dawson is riding on a 7-match-unbeaten streak. A fight between the two can benefit both fighters. While these are a few fights available for Pimblett, it will be noteworthy to see who the UFC places the Brit against.

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