Pimblett Vs. ‘BSD’ Official For UFC 329
Paddy Pimblett is set to face Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 during International Fight Week, marking a highly anticipated matchup between two top Lightweight contenders. Pimblett, ranked No. 6, is coming off a loss to Justin Gaethje in an interim title bout, while Saint Denis has won four straight fights, all by stoppage. The bout features two aggressive grapplers, with potential title implications for the winner.
- ▪Paddy Pimblett vs. Benoit Saint Denis has been officially confirmed for UFC 329 during International Fight Week.
- ▪Pimblett is ranked No. 6 in the UFC Lightweight division and recently lost to Justin Gaethje in an interim title fight.
- ▪Saint Denis has won his last four fights by stoppage, including a recent victory over Dan Hooker.
- ▪The winner of the fight could earn a title shot or face top contenders like Charles Oliveira or Arman Tsarukyan.
- ▪The matchup was first reported by Alvaro Colmenero and later confirmed by multiple sources.
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