Summary
Paddy Pimblett, a UFC fighter from Liverpool, wants to fight in Abu Dhabi in October. He hopes to face Justin Gaethje, a highly-ranked opponent, as Ilia Topuria is already scheduled for a match. Pimblett also seeks a fight in Liverpool's Anfield stadium, but UFC president Dana White prefers not to host events there due to concerns about atmosphere and weather.
Key Facts
- Paddy Pimblett is currently ranked eighth in the UFC lightweight rankings.
- Pimblett wants to fight Justin Gaethje, who is ranked third in the lightweight category.
- Gaethje has no upcoming fights scheduled.
- Ilia Topuria, whom Pimblett also wanted to fight, is booked to fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight belt in June.
- Pimblett has won all seven of his UFC fights since starting in 2021.
- He wishes to headline a fight in Liverpool, ideally at Anfield stadium.
- UFC president Dana White has reservations about holding events in stadiums like Anfield due to concerns over atmosphere and weather.
