Summary
Paddy Pimblett will face Justin Gaethje for the UFC lightweight interim title in Las Vegas. Pimblett aims to become the first UFC title holder from Liverpool, while Gaethje is known as a strong competitor in the lightweight division. Several MMA fighters predict that Pimblett will win the match.
Key Facts
- Paddy Pimblett is competing for the UFC lightweight interim title against Justin Gaethje.
- The fight takes place in Las Vegas.
- Pimblett could become the first person from Liverpool to hold a UFC title and the fourth Briton to be a UFC champion.
- Gaethje is recognized as a top competitor in the lightweight division and has been a past interim champion.
- The fight can be followed live from 03:00 GMT on 25 January.
- Various MMA fighters, including Ilia Topuria and Michael Bisping, predict Pimblett will win.
- Some fighters highlight Pimblett's grappling skills as an advantage.
- Opinions vary, with some predicting a close fight and others seeing Pimblett as the likely winner.
