Paddy Pimblett discusses weight-cutting errors ahead of UFC 329
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 4:13 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Paddy Pimblett reflected on his past weight-cutting mistakes during a recent discussion. He recalled a notable incident after his 2016 Cage Warriors title fight, where he vomited during a post-fight interview due to poor refueling choices. Pimblett mentioned he ate a hot chocolate and Ferrero Rocher candies after a significant water cut. He also recounted another error after making weight for his fight against Rodrigo Vargas at UFC London, where he indulged in a full English breakfast before proper rehydration. As he prepares for his fight against Benoit St. Denis at UFC 329, Pimblett is confident in his current weight-cutting process, aiming to cut as little as 10 pounds.
- •Pimblett recalls vomiting during a post-fight interview in 2016.
- •He attributed the incident to poor food choices after a weight cut.
- •He reflects on another mistake eating breakfast before rehydrating.
- •Pimblett prepares for UFC 329 against Benoit St. Denis.
- •He claims his weight-cutting process is now more effective.
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Paddy Pimblett’s worst weight-cutting mishaps
"Paddy Pimblett recently reflected on his infamous post-fight incident while competing for Cage Warriors.
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