Paddy Pimblett prepares to face Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Paddy Pimblett is set to compete against No. 5 ranked Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 on Saturday in Las Vegas. Following his first loss in the octagon, Pimblett believes he has the upper hand, arguing that Saint Denis has never faced a fighter of his caliber. Pimblett plans for an early finish, stating he would be shocked if the bout goes past two rounds. The fight will take place at T-Mobile Arena, where both fighters will look to make a statement in the lightweight division.
- •Fight is scheduled for UFC 329 on Saturday.
- •Pimblett is aiming to rebound from a recent loss.
- •Pimblett believes he is on a different level than Saint Denis.
- •He anticipates finishing the fight in the first two rounds.
- •Event takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Paddy Pimblett doesn't think Benoit Saint Denis is on his level
"Lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett looks to rebound from his first octagon loss when he takes on No. 5 ranked Benoit Saint Denis in the UFC 329 co-main event on Saturday. The two will clash inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and Pimblett doesn't think the Frenchman is on his level. "He's a ...
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