Paddy Pimblett is rapidly gaining popularity, and Brendan Schaub suggests everyone should take notice now.
At UFC 314, “The Baddy” stole the spotlight, arguably more so than Alexander Volkanovski`s featherweight title defense and Jean Silva`s impressive victory. Pimblett dominated experienced lightweight Michael Chandler, securing a knockout victory in under three rounds.
Before the fight, MMA legend Demetrious Johnson suggested Pimblett could become a UFC champion. Brendan Schaub goes even further, believing Pimblett has the potential to become the biggest star in all of MMA.
Schaub stated on his YouTube channel that in his experience, Paddy Pimblett has unmatched charisma and star power, drawing attention like only Conor McGregor could. He emphasizes that while there will never be another Conor McGregor, Pimblett is the closest equivalent and continues to impress.
Addressing doubters, Schaub points out that Pimblett consistently proves his critics wrong, much like McGregor did during his rise. He urges fans to jump on the bandwagon now, declaring Paddy Pimblett as the UFC`s next global superstar.
Pimblett joined the UFC in 2021 with significant hype from his Cage Warriors success, mirroring McGregor`s early career path. He`s become a polarizing figure, but despite a controversial win early on, he maintains an undefeated 7-0 UFC record.
The win against Chandler was Pimblett`s most convincing performance. Schaub envisions a scenario where Pimblett could fight a returning Conor McGregor for a vacant lightweight title, believing that Pimblett defeating McGregor would solidify his position as the UFC`s biggest star.
Schaub explains that many veterans, including McGregor, might underestimate Pimblett, but they are mistaken as Pimblett is constantly improving. He reiterates his prediction that Pimblett is on track to become the face of the UFC.
Schaub suggests that a McGregor vs. Pimblett fight for the lightweight title would generate massive viewership, even surpassing other potential blockbuster matchups. He concludes that a victory over McGregor would catapult Pimblett to superstardom, making him the ultimate face of the UFC.
