Paddy Pimblett says the UFC judges can head home early on January 24 .
‘The Baddy’ will face Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title in the UFC 324 main event.
Whoever wins will go on to unify the division when Ilia Topuria returns to action in the summer of 2026.
Paddy Pimblett believes the big star of UFC 324 will be walking away with a highlight-reel finish.
Paddy Pimblett previews UFC 324
Paddy Pimblett has guaranteed that his fight with Justin Gaethje will not go the full five rounds.
The British fan favorite is confident he’ll score a KO or submission win to realize every MMA fighter’s dream.
“Someone’s getting finished,” Pimblett told CoinPoker.
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“One hundred percent, that’s not going to judges.
“I’m feeling great. I can’t wait. Gaethje is a legend, and to be able to share the cage with him is an honor.
“But that all gets put to one side when I actually get in the cage with him, and I have to put a beat down on him.
“Obviously, I wanted it to be for the undisputed belts against Ilia Topuria.
“But I’m still going to be a world champion once I beat Gaethje and lift that interim belt.”
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The only downside of headlining UFC 324
Paddy Pimblett is known for his love of junk food and ballooning up in weight between fights.
Christmas is typically the time of year when we all eat a bit more than we probably should.
Until now, Pimblett has never had to worry about his weight during the festive period.
“This is the earliest I’ve fought,” he added.
“I’ve fought in late February before, but I’ve never fought in January.
“So it’s going to be a rough Christmas dinner! There will be no cheese and crackers afterwards and stuff like that. I’m going to have to do a long run that day!
“It’s the biggest fight of my life and my career to date. We’ve still got eight weeks to go, but everything is flying so far.”