The social media sphere witnessed a volley of exchanges between Paddy “The Baddy” and “Money” Moicano, showcasing the colorful personalities of both fighters. While Moicano’s wit has garnered him newfound admiration, Pimblett isn’t finding the humor in it. In January, Moicano took a jab at Pimblett’s post-fight weight fluctuations, sparking a fiery response from the Englishman.
Moicano didn’t mince words when he aired his thoughts on Pimblett’s physique via his YouTube channel. He didn’t hold back, remarking on Pimblett’s noticeable weight gain in the interim between fights, and expressed concerns about its potential impact on his career trajectory.
“Somebody sent me this picture of this motherf**ker, Paddy Pimblett. Look how fat he is. I cannot believe how big he gets between fights. I’m not even joking. He fought Dec. 16, so less than three weeks my brother, and now he’s looking like an old retired fighter, my brother,” Moicano remarked candidly.
“It’s not only that time, it’s every time we see Paddy Pimblett. We see he fights, and he just becomes obese after the fights, and I think that’s going to be very detrimental for his career,” Moicano added, emphasizing the potential risks of such weight fluctuations on Pimblett’s performance in the ring.
Moicano raised concerns about the implications of excessive weight during training camps, cautioning against the detrimental effects it could have on fight day. He highlighted the importance of striking a balance between weight management and optimal training, suggesting that excessive focus on shedding pounds could detract from the actual fight preparation.
“If you’re training at 190, 185, too big in your training camp – remember, on fight day you can’t recover that much, and some people gas out. They’re so worried about the weight, you’re training so much, and you’re not thinking about fighting, you’re just thinking about weight loss,” Moicano concluded, underlining the need for a holistic approach to training that prioritizes performance over mere weight considerations.
In response, Pimblett is expected to address Moicano’s comments in a manner that matches his renowned outspoken nature, setting the stage for a potentially fiery exchange between the two fighters both inside and outside the Octagon.
