The UFC is constantly buzzing with major fight announcements. Just days after confirming Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev and UFC London, another UK star is gearing up for his next bout. Paddy Pimblett, who has been on an undefeated streak and looks unstoppable, recently revealed that he has secured an opponent. Pimblett confirmed that he has an opponent for his next fight but noted that the announcement has yet to be made.
While he didn’t drop any names, he assured fans that the fight is set and now just awaits an official announcement, adding more excitement to the UFC’s upcoming schedule. Although details are under wraps, he assured fans that everything is set, and the matchup will be officially revealed soon. Following his statement, fans went wild with speculation, throwing out names ranging from Michael Chandler to Jake Paul as possible opponents.
One fan expressed hope that Chandler would be his next opponent.
I’m really hoping it’s Chandler
— Francisco (@FrancisHNDRXX) February 8, 2025
Chandler
— Real World (@RealWorldSport) February 8, 2025
One fan speculated that it could be either Beneil Dariush or Benoit Saint-Denis.
dariush or BSD perhaps
— schwick (@schwick6) February 8, 2025
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Since Renato Moicano has been calling out Pimblett for a while, one fan believes he could be the opponent.
It’s Moicano.
— NickW (@BiggistDickus) February 8, 2025
The Son of a Bitch did it 🇬🇧💪🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥🤙🏼🥊🥊.
One fan said, “Paddy Pimblett vs Rafael Fiziev.”
Paddy Pimblett vs Rafael Fiziev
— Servant of God (@Merdekalah123) February 8, 2025
One fan went wild, saying that if Jake Paul is next, it would break the internet.
Paddy: breathes
— Mikasa✨ (@wendy_utd) February 8, 2025
UFC fans: WHO IS IT?! 👀
"Imagine it’s Jake Paul just to break the internet. 😂"
Dustin Poirier Doesn’t Want To Fight UFC Star Paddy Pimblett
Poirier knows another title shot isn’t happening after three failed attempts, so now it’s all about the perfect farewell fight. When asked about facing Paddy Pimblett, he shut it down fast. He doesn’t want to fight up-and-comers—he wants a legend for his final dance in the octagon. Poirier is looking to close out his career with a fight that truly reflects his legacy, not just another name on his record. Fans now wait to see who he picks.
It will be interesting to see who Poirier chooses for his farewell fight. Pimblett doesn’t make sense for him, as he’s looking for a bigger name to make his final bout memorable. He wants a legendary opponent like Justin Gaethje or someone of that caliber to ensure his last fight is one fans will remember for a long time.
