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Paddy Pimblett cuts 46 pounds for UFC 329 bout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:35 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Paddy Pimblett cuts 46 pounds for UFC 329 bout

Summary

Paddy Pimblett disclosed details of a significant weight cut ahead of his fight against Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329. He reported reducing his weight from 202 lbs to 156 lbs just before the official weigh-ins, underscoring the extreme measures he undertook. Pimblett, who won the fight by first-round submission, has not competed since and is expected to return before the end of 2026. UFC president Dana White indicated that Pimblett could face top contender Ilia Topuria in a potential No. 1 contender matchup, depending on upcoming fights.

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•Pimblett cut 46 lbs to meet lightweight limit.
•He weighed 202 lbs on April 10, 2026.
•Pimblett submitted Benoit Saint Denis in UFC 329.
•Potential matchup against Ilia Topuria is being discussed.
•Pimblett aims to return to the Octagon by the end of 2026.

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5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Paddy Pimblett Reveals Massive Weight Cut for UFC 329

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UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett revealed the massive weight cut that he had before he beat Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329.We all know that Pimblett blows up between his fights about weight, as he loves eating, but even with that in mind, his weight cut for UFC 329 is about as big a cut […] The post Paddy Pimblett Reveals Massive Weight Cut for UFC 329 appeared first on HEAVY.
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