Pimblett Plans Early Choke Against Gaethje
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Paddy Pimblett, 31, outlined a new strategy for a potential rematch with Justin Gaethje on the “How U Livin J Piven” podcast. He said he would focus on grappling from the first ten seconds, aiming to take Gaethje to the back and finish the fight with a choke. The plan follows Gaethje’s unanimous decision victory over Pimblett at UFC 324 in January, which awarded Gaethje the interim lightweight title. Pimblett rebounded with a first‑round submission win over Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 in July, ending the bout in fifty‑two seconds. Gaethje captured the undisputed lightweight championship by defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 in June. Pimblett insists a rematch with Gaethje is his priority before facing Topuria, citing his lifelong goal of becoming world champion.
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Timeline
- On January 20 2024 Gaethje defeats Pimblett, wins interim title.
- On June 29 2024 Gaethje captures undisputed title over Topuria.
- On July 27 2024 Pimblett submits Saint Denis, revives title chase.
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