Analyst suggests Max Holloway vs. Paddy Pimblett following UFC 329 victories
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Max Holloway and Paddy Pimblett emerged victorious at UFC 329, positioning themselves as potential matchups in the lightweight division. Holloway won against Conor McGregor, while Pimblett secured a fast submission against Benoit Saint Denis. Analyst Chael Sonnen sees a realistic path for a fight between Holloway and Pimblett, contingent on Justin Gaethje's retirement decision. If Gaethje steps away, it could clear the way for Holloway and Pimblett to compete for a title or prominence within the division.
- •Max Holloway defeated Conor McGregor at UFC 329.
- •Paddy Pimblett submitted Benoit Saint Denis in 52 seconds.
- •Chael Sonnen endorses a matchup between Holloway and Pimblett.
- •Justin Gaethje's retirement decision affects future matchups.
- •Holloway and Pimblett's wins position them for potential title contention.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Max Holloway vs. Paddy Pimblett 'realistic' after UFC 329 wins, says analyst
"Of all the matchmaking combinations at lightweight, Chael Sonnen is all in on Max Holloway vs. Paddy Pimblett.
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