Paddy Pimblett doesn't forgive Ilia Topuria's defeat and taunts his rival: 'I didn't give up'

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

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The rivalry between Paddy Pimblett e Ilia Topuria gained another chapter after the UFC White House, held on June 14th in Washington DC (USA). Taking advantage of the defeat suffered by the Georgian to Justin gaethjeThe Englishman didn't miss the opportunity to provoke his old rival and questioned the former champion's behavior during the fight.

In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Pimblett compared Topuria's performance against Gaethje to his own performance against the American. According to the Briton, the main difference between the two fights was the resilience shown in the face of difficult moments inside the octagon. For the Liverpool fighter, he showed more heart and resilience by surviving all five rounds, something that, in his opinion, the former champion failed to do.

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“I fought five rounds with Gaethje. I didn’t give up,” declared the athlete from Liverpool, in a clear dig at the former featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) and lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) champion of the organization.

The animosity between Paddy Pimblett e Ilia Topuria It started even before they both achieved stardom in the UFC and intensified after public arguments, exchanges of taunts on social media, and even an incident involving the two in London.

Although they have never officially faced each other, the athletes continue to fuel the possibility of a duel that sparks the interest of fans. Whenever an opportunity arises, one side finds a way to verbally attack the other.

The Englishman's statement comes at a delicate moment for Topuria. Considered one of the top names in world MMA, the fighter had his 17-fight winning streak interrupted by Gaethje in... UFC White HouseThis result stalled his plans in the lightweight division and raised questions about the next steps in his career in the category.

Meanwhile, Pimblett continues his climb to the top of the division. The Briton makes no secret of his ambition to face the biggest names in the category and earn a title shot. And, apparently, a potential fight against the Georgian remains one of the bouts that most interests him.

Paddy's next step

Paddy Pimblett Promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Paddy Pimblett He already has a date to return to the octagon. The Englishman will face the Frenchman. Benoit Saint-Denis No. UFC 329, scheduled event It will take place on July 11th in Las Vegas and will feature the European duel as the co-main event.

The fight represents another important test for Pimblett in the lightweight division. Coming off an interim title fight against Justin gaethjeThe Liverpool athlete has the opportunity to get back on the winning track, facing even greater challenges within the organization.

On the other side, Saint Denis is trying to maintain his good form and return to face the top names in the division. Known for his aggressive style and willingness to wage war in the octagon, an explosive confrontation is expected between two athletes known for their aggressive style. A victory could put Pimblett back on the radar for the most important fights in the lightweight division.