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Paddy Pimblett Claims He Would Shoot for Takedown Early in Justin Gaethje Rematch

Paddy Pimblett Claims He Would Shoot for Takedown Early in Justin Gaethje Rematch
World Sports · 23:53:01 - Saturday, 31 October 2026

UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett has stated that if he were to rematch Justin Gaethje, he would attempt a takedown within the first 10 seconds of the fight. The British fighter made the comment while discussing a potential second meeting with the former interim champion.

Pimblett and Gaethje have not previously fought each other in the UFC. The remark suggests Pimblett believes his grappling approach would be the key strategy against Gaethje's striking-heavy style.

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