Provocation! Gaethje mocks Paddy Pimblett's power after UFC victory: 'Kicks like a p***'

Gaethje promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

Justin gaethje He doesn't hide his happiness at winning the interim lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg). In January, in Las Vegas (USA), the American dominated. Paddy Pimblett, won by unanimous decision and qualified to challenge the champion. Ilia TopuriaStanding out in his category and with the potential to reach the top, the veteran celebrates this great moment in his career and taunts the Englishman.

Known for being one of the most aggressive and powerful MMA fighters, Gaethje mocked the UFC star's strength. Feeling unthreatening in the octagon, the interim lightweight champion pointed out that Paddy unintentionally made his job easier, further boosting his confidence in victory. It's worth noting that this wasn't the first time... The athlete made fun of the Englishman. after defeating him.

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“I was constantly moving around him, so how was he going to attempt a takedown? He was kicking me, but he was kicking like crazy. So I thought, ‘I can take this.’ After I realized I could take it, it was like winning the lottery. I was in a really good position, landing powerful strikes and causing a lot of damage,” the MMA legend said in a conversation with Demetrious Johnson.

Gaethje's fighters in MMA

Justin gaethjeThe 37-year-old is still active in MMA, but he's already a legend. The American began his career in the sport in 2011 and debuted in the UFC in 2017. With the organization, 'The Highlight' won the interim lightweight title twice and the 'BMF' (Baddest Motherfucker) title. Currently, the veteran is ranked second in the division.

In this discipline, Gaethje built a record of 27 wins, 20 by knockout, and five losses. His main victories were against... Donald Cerrone, Dustin poirier, Edson Barboza, Michael chandler, Paddy Pimblett, Raphael Fiziev (twice) and Tony Ferguson.