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Paddy Pimblett proposes coaching against Ilia Topuria on TUF

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 6:42 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Paddy Pimblett proposes coaching against Ilia Topuria on TUF

Summary

UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett has proposed to coach against Ilia Topuria on the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter. Pimblett, who has no fight booked, expressed a strong desire to face Topuria next in the octagon. He believes their rivalry would make for an entertaining season, stating he could defeat Topuria decisively. While Pimblett is eager for the matchup, the UFC has yet to announce plans for either fighter's future bouts. He also stated he believes he deserves a title shot against UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, citing his recent victory over a higher-ranked opponent.

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By the Numbers

•Pimblett suggests coaching TUF against rival Topuria.
•He is currently without a booked fight.
•Pimblett believes he would win convincingly against Topuria.
•He argues he should be next for the lightweight title shot.
•The UFC has not announced plans for Pimblett or Topuria.

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UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett has pitched the idea of coaching The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) opposite rival Ilia Topuria.Pimblett has made it clear that he wants to fight Topuria next, but to this point, the UFC has not revealed its plans for these two lightweight contenders.But Pimblett is going to keep trying to get the […] The post Paddy Pimblett Pitches Coaching TUF Against Ilia Topuria appeared first on HEAVY.
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