Paddy Pimblett loses his temper after rival's response to provocation: 'Complete rubbish'

Paddy Pimblett Focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

The year 2026 has barely begun, but Paddy Pimblett e Dan Hooker They are already a strong contender for the biggest title. exchange of provocations of the season. The episode gained momentum after the Briton made a tasteless joke involving the Australian's mother, which generated an even harsher response. Hooker brought up the name of a friend of Pimblett's who committed suicide. Despite initiating the trash talk, the Liverpool wrestler did not react well to the escalation of the personal attack.

On the social networks, Paddy Pimblett He spoke out forcefully, accusing his rival of crossing all boundaries by bringing a personal tragedy into the discussion. The Briton stated that the initial provocation was nothing more than a joke about the Australian's technical deficiencies in grappling, but described the response as despicable, making his displeasure clear and reinforcing the climate of animosity between the two.

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“You thought we couldn’t be friends because I’m ranked above you. You took a hypothetical joke about how bad your grappling is and responded by badmouthing my friend who committed suicide? That’s the height of lowness, and I’m fine with that, you’re complete garbage at grappling,” he wrote. Paddy Pimblett.

Thought we couldn't be mates cause I'm ranked above you 🤣 you took a hypothetical joke about how bad your grappling is and responded by talking shit about my mate who committed suicide? Now thats lowest of the low and on site is fine by me you're utter dogshit at fighting 👍🏻 https://t.co/rJhnjHzZkt

— Paddy Pimblett (@PaddyTheBaddy) January 9, 2026

A moment between Paddy Pimblett and Dan Hooker in the UFC.

Paddy Pimblett in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Undefeated in the UFC, with eight wins, Paddy Pimblett He is about to step into the octagon for the biggest fight of his career. The Briton faces Justin gaethje for the interim lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) in UFC 324, scheduled for January 24th.

Dan Hooker, in turn, is experiencing a different moment. After being defeated by Arman Tsarukyan No. UFC QatarIn a duel that could have catapulted him to the status of number one contender for the title, the Australian took a step back and is now preparing to face... Benoit Saint-Denis No. UFC 325, scheduled for January 31th.