Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Paddy Pimblett

Discover the career path of Paddy Pimblett, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Patrick 'Paddy' Pimblett is an English professional mixed martial artist who began his career in 2012. He is a former Cage Warriors Featherweight Champion. Pimblett currently competes in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). As of November 18, 2025, he is ranked #5 in the UFC lightweight division.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Professional Debut

In 2012, Paddy Pimblett made his professional mixed martial arts debut.

2012: Debut and early career

In 2012, at the age of 17, Pimblett made his debut and achieved a 3-0 record before joining Cage Warriors the following year.

2016: Cage Warriors Featherweight Championship

In 2016, Paddy Pimblett won the Cage Warriors featherweight championship, defeating Johnny Frachey at the Echo Arena in Liverpool.

April 2017: Losing the Championship

In April 2017, Pimblett lost his Cage Warriors featherweight championship against Nad Narimani and then moved up to the lightweight division.

September 2021: UFC Debut

On September 4, 2021, Paddy Pimblett made his UFC debut against Luigi Vendramini at UFC Fight Night 191, winning by knockout in the first round and earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

October 2021: Endorsement Deal with Barstool Sports

In October 2021, Pimblett signed an endorsement deal with Barstool Sports worth over $1,000,000.

March 2022: UFC Fight Night 204 Victory

On March 19, 2022, at UFC Fight Night 204, Paddy Pimblett defeated Rodrigo Vargas by submission in the first round, earning his second consecutive Performance of the Night award. He made $12,000 to show and $12,000 to win.

July 2022: UFC Fight Night Win

On July 23, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall, Paddy Pimblett defeated Jordan Leavitt via rear-naked choke submission in the second round, earning him a Performance of the Night award.

December 2022: Launch of The Baddy Foundation and Endorsement of Body Fuel

In December 2022, Paddy Pimblett launched The Baddy Foundation, a charity focused on men's mental health and food insecurity for children. He also endorsed the hydration drink "Body Fuel".

December 2022: Victory over Jared Gordon at UFC 282

On December 10, 2022, at UFC 282, Paddy Pimblett defeated Jared Gordon by unanimous decision, a decision that was considered controversial.

December 2023: Victory Over Tony Ferguson at UFC 296

On December 16, 2023, at UFC 296, Paddy Pimblett defeated Tony Ferguson via unanimous decision.

July 2024: UFC 304 Victory

On July 27, 2024, at UFC 304, Paddy Pimblett defeated King Green by triangle-choke submission in the first round and earned a $200,000 Performance of the Night award.

April 2025: UFC 314 Victory

On April 12, 2025, at UFC 314, Paddy Pimblett defeated Michael Chandler by technical knockout in the third round, earning another Performance of the Night award.