The official time of the stoppage was 4:25, making it three first-round finishes in a row for Pimblett. “I’ll blow the roof off the gaff!” Pimblett said emphatically. when the UFC returns to traveling in Europe. He also called for a main event or co-main slot on a card in the U.K. PADDY THE BADDY /4FWiC0QIMEĭuring his post-fight interview when asked about the shakey moment when he looked to be in trouble, Pimblett simply replied, “I’m a Scouser. On Saturday at the UFC Apex, Pimblett (17-3 MMA, 1-0 UFC) took on Luigi Vendramini to kick. Sensing the opportunity, Pimblett swarmed and unleashed a flurry of strikes, prompting referee Mark Smith to step in closer.Ī couple of seconds later, Pimblett landed a crushing right hand to send Vendramini to the canvas, scoring the first-round TKO. Septem4:38 pm ET Paddy Pimblett ’s long-awaited UFC debut has finally occurred. Towards the end of the first round, Pimblett put together a few punches that landed flush and seemed to instantly bother Vendramini. The hard striking exchanges continued in the first round, with Vendramini finding a home for his left hand while Pimblett scored with kicks to the body and quick two-punch combinations. On the mat, Vendramini landed a few strikes and threatened a submission, but Pimblett scrambled his way back to his feet a few seconds later. Proving to be no push-over, Vendramini (9-3 MMA, 1-3 UFC) cracked Pimblett with a hard left hand and used the moment to get the fight to the canvas. Pimblett started out fast with a few flashy kicking techniques as he looked for a big moment early. “Let’s go Paddy,” chants rang throughout the UFC Apex from the small, yet energetic crowd to see the highly-touted prospect make a splash. On Saturday at the UFC Apex, Pimblett (17-3 MMA, 1-0 UFC) took on Luigi Vendramini to kick off the main card of UFC Fight Night 191 and he met all of his pre-fight expectations. He has won in Round 1 wins in 2 of his 3 fights at UFC level, including a KO/TKO against Luigi Vendramini in his UFC debut in Sept. He has 3 wins all 3 finishes including a submission win over Jordan Leavitt last time out in late July. Now I teach children's Jiu-Jitsu.Paddy Pimblett’s long-awaited UFC debut has finally occurred. Lightweight prospect Paddy Pimblett will be returning to the UFC Octagon next week at UFC London when he faces Rodrigo Vargas. Paddy The Baddy looks to push his record to a perfect 4-0 at the UFC level. What was your job before you started fighting? I worked as a busboy before I started fighting. I plan on pursuing a degree in teaching or selling out and going to law school. It feels nice to be validated after 10 years of hard work.ĭid you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I’m currently finishing up a degree in political science at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? Fighting in the UFC means that all the hard work I put in meant something. What ranks and titles have you held? I placed third at State for wrestling in high school (160 pound division), I won the Tuff-n-Uff featherweight title belt, and I recently received my purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsuĭo you have any heroes? My mom, Jesus Christ, and Dave Chappelle When and why did you start training for fighting? I saw The Ultimate Fighter on TV and I was hooked.
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