Pimblett’s Ascent: How High Will He Climb After UFC 314?

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Paddy Pimblett once again silenced his critics with a compelling performance at UFC 314.

While UFC 314 was headlined by featherweight action, featuring Alexander Volkanovski`s title victory and wins from Yair Rodriguez and others, it was Pimblett who captured significant attention. He decisively defeated veteran Michael Chandler, strengthening his claim as a top lightweight contender.

The question now is: how high should Pimblett be ranked?

This question sparked a lively debate among MMA Fighting`s rankings panel, including Alexander K. Lee, Mike Heck, Jed Meshew, and E. Casey Leydon. They discussed whether Pimblett overcame a truly elite opponent or if Chandler was not at his best.

The panel also considered developments in the featherweight division and identified the most anticipated fights in the upcoming UFC schedule.

Nathan Kirkwood
Nathan Kirkwood

Nathan Kirkwood, based in Leeds, has established himself as a respected voice in British sports media over the past decade. Initially covering amateur MMA events, he's evolved into a versatile analyst focusing on combat sports and NBA basketball.

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