Paddy Pimblett Secures Top 10 Ranking After UFC 314 Win

Paddy Pimblett delivered a dominant performance at UFC 314, defeating Michael Chandler via third-round TKO and earning a spot in the lightweight division's top ten. His victory was widely praised, including by UFC President Dana White, who lauded Pimblett in backstage footage for consistently proving doubters wrong. Rather than immediately calling for a title shot, Pimblett expressed interest in facing other top contenders such as Dustin Poirier, Charles Oliveira, and Justin Gaethje, signaling his intent to earn his way to a title opportunity. After the fight, Pimblett showed sportsmanship by personally thanking Chandler in his locker room for sharing the Octagon with him. The event also featured a notable interaction between Pimblett and former U.S. President Donald Trump, who applauded Pimblett’s performance. With his rising profile and recent win, Pimblett is poised for another high-profile bout, potentially during the upcoming UFC International Fight Week.