Coming off his victory at UFC 304 back in July, Paddy Pimblett recently had an interview where he called out his next opponent. The fast-rising lightweight star has set his sights on Renato Moicano, a seasoned veteran with a proven track record in the octagon.
Pimblett, known for his charisma and brash personality, has quickly become a fan favorite. His impressive grappling skills and knockout power have fight fans excited about his potential.
Renato Moicano wants Paddy Pimblett in the main event of #UFCLondon pic.twitter.com/QvgQTy5x7m
— MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) November 12, 2024
The Path to UFC Gold
There’s a clear strategy behind Pimblett’s choice. Moicano is a ranked opponent who would provide a significant step up in competition. Defeating Moicano would undoubtedly propel Pimblett further up the lightweight rankings and put him on the right path for a title shot.
Pimblett outlined his path to UFC gold: “If I can beat Moicano, and then go out there and put on a performance like Oliveira or Poirier, then I believe I’ll be next in line for a title shot.”
Charles Oliveira and Dustin Poirier are two of the top lightweights in the world, both having recently held the UFC lightweight title. By mentioning them, Pimblett is highlighting his ambition and his belief that he can compete with the division’s elite.
UFC London March 22nd, 2025
The UFC recently announced a Fight Night event on March 2nd at the O2 Arena in London. This could be the perfect opportunity for Pimblett to headline his first UFC event in his hometown crowd against a tough opponent like Moicano.
The atmosphere would be electric, and a win for Pimblett in front of his home fans would be a massive boost to his career.
Paddy Pimblett is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with in the UFC lightweight division. His confidence, coupled with his well-rounded skillset, makes him an exciting prospect. With a strategic approach and a string of impressive victories, Pimblett’s dream of a UFC title shot could soon become a reality.
Whether he gets his wish to fight Moicano next or not remains to be seen. But one thing is for certain: Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett is a name that fight fans will be hearing for years to come.
