Liverpool’s Paddy Pimblett fought bravely but suffered heartbreak as he lost on points to Justin Gaethje in Las Vegas. Pimblett went the full five rounds, taking heavy hits, but Gaethje’s experience and pressure earned him a unanimous decision on the scorecards.
The 37-year-old Gaethje claimed the interim lightweight belt for the second time and will face champion Ilia Topuria when he returns. Pimblett, 31, showed resilience and grace in defeat, taking his first UFC loss and fourth career defeat.
Despite the setback, Pimblett used his platform to speak about mental health, urging men to open up about their struggles.
