Paddy Pimblett has publicly expressed his disdain for fellow lightweight Arman Tsarukyan, claiming he has no respect due to Tsarukyan's wealthy background. Pimblett recently returned to winning form by submitting Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 and is eager to fight again soon. He expressed interest in facing Tsarukyan or rival Ilia Topuria while stating he respects Topuria despite their longstanding feud. In contrast, he feels Tsarukyan’s success is only achievable because of his billionaire father, dismissing his hard work.

By the Numbers
  • Paddy Pimblett won his last fight in just 52 seconds.
  • Tsarukyan is set to fight Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event of UFC 331 next month.
State of Play
  • Pimblett is aiming for active fights and may face BMF champion Charles Oliveira soon.
  • Tsarukyan is on track for a title shot if he defeats Ruffy next month.
  • Topuria is recovering from injuries and aims to return by December or early next year.
What's Next

Expect a potential match-up announcement for Pimblett in the coming weeks, which could involve either Tsarukyan or Topuria, depending on both fighters' upcoming outcomes. Tsarukyan’s fight against Ruffy is pivotal for his title aspirations.

Bottom Line

Pimblett's remarks about Tsarukyan emphasize the ongoing narrative around privilege in sports, challenging perceptions of meritocracy. As lightweight dynamics shift, upcoming fights will be crucial in establishing new contenders in the division.