UFC star Paddy Pimblett is gearing up for his return to the Octagon and has attracted attention from fellow lightweights Bobby Green and Renato Moicano, who called him out following their victories at UFC 300. In response, Pimblett addressed both fighters in a YouTube video on his personal channel, expressing openness to facing either opponent for his next bout.
Acknowledging Green’s callout, Pimblett noted that while Green may be ranked, he lacks a substantial following and likely seeks a fight with Pimblett to boost his profile. However, Pimblett stated he’s willing to entertain the matchup if Green is keen on it. On the other hand, Pimblett expressed more enthusiasm for a potential fight with Moicano, citing their amicable relationship and predicting an entertaining buildup to their clash.
Pimblett emphasized his preference for facing Moicano, highlighting their camaraderie and suggesting that their banter would create an amusing lead-up to the fight. He even floated the idea of both of them participating in a season of “The Ultimate Fighter,” foreseeing it as a source of comedic entertainment for fans. Additionally, Pimblett indicated a preference for facing a higher-ranked opponent like Moicano, aiming to advance his position in the lightweight rankings.
Having secured his fifth consecutive UFC victory and seventh straight win overall with a unanimous decision over Tony Ferguson at UFC 296 in December, Pimblett aims to maintain his momentum and pursue a more active schedule in 2024. With both Green and Moicano presenting intriguing options, Pimblett awaits the UFC’s decision regarding his next opponent, eager to continue his journey towards a title shot.
The potential matchups with Green and Moicano offer different dynamics for Pimblett, with Green representing a chance to bolster his status against a ranked opponent and Moicano offering a more personally appealing and potentially humorous buildup. Ultimately, Pimblett’s next move in the Octagon will depend on the UFC’s matchmaking decisions, but fans can anticipate an exciting showdown regardless of the opponent chosen.
