Paddy Pimblett returns to the octagon against a victim of Renato Moicano, according to a journalist.

Paddy Pimblett He lost to Gaethje at UFC 324. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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One of the most popular figures in MMA appears to be close to returning to the world's most famous octagon. According to Spanish journalist Alvaro Colmenero, Paddy Pimblett will measure forces with Benoit Saint-Denis on July 11, as part of UFC 329. The information was passed on through a publication by the reporter on X (formerly Twitter) last Thursday (30).

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The event is part of International Fight Week, one of the most important periods of the year for the UFC. Pimblett last stepped into the octagon in January of this year, in the main event of UFC 324, when he was defeated by Justin gaethje in the fight for the interim lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg).

"Moreover, this is not just a rumor, but I was able to confirm with reliable sources that the fight between Paddy Pimblett e Benoit Saint-Denis "International Fight Week is real," said the journalist, who works for the newspaper Marca and often publishes breaking stories about it. Ilia Topuria.

Of course, it is more than rumored, but I was able to confirm with good faith that the fight between Paddy Pimblett y Benoit Saint-Denis for International Fight Week it is a reality. pic.twitter.com/ksvcWN8NHd

— Álvaro Colmenero (@KOlmeneroMMA) April 30, 2026

Paddy Pimblett and Benoit Saint-Denis are close in the rankings.

Paddy Pimblett In action. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Saint-Denis, on the other hand, is experiencing a completely different moment. After being brutally dominated and overtaken by Renato Moicano In the heart of Paris, the Frenchman bounced back with four consecutive victories. More recently, he dispatched Dan Hooker He won by technical knockout in the second round as part of the main card of UFC 325 in January of this year. The victory secured the fighter the fifth position in the category ranking, while the Briton is ranked sixth.