Paddy Pimblett Settles Gym Feud with Rival Dennis Frimpong in Controversial Showdown
Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett has been making waves in the UFC ever since he made his debut. Known for his electrifying fighting style and charismatic personality, Pimblett quickly won fans’ hearts. However, as is the case with many rising stars, controversies have followed him, with his most notable being his divisive victory over Jared Gordon in 2022. While his skills inside the UFC Octagon are undeniable, the Scouser has also stirred the pot outside of it, recently finding himself embroiled in a heated feud with fellow fighter Dennis Frimpong.
The war of words between Pimblett and Frimpong began on social media after a fan commented about Pimblett potentially being on the upcoming UFC London card in March. Frimpong responded by saying, “He won’t be fit for the Vegas event let alone the London one,” a statement that clearly did not sit well with the Liverpool native. A series of personal exchanges followed, eventually culminating in the decision to settle their beef in a more personal way—inside the gym.
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On a Saturday morning, Pimblett made his way to Manchester Top Team, where Frimpong trains. What transpired next was far from a friendly sparring session. With a crowd of fellow fighters, including Molly McCann, watching closely, the two men went at it in what can only be described as an intense gym battle. They weren’t holding back; this wasn’t just practice—this was a real fight. Kicks were thrown, punches exchanged, and it quickly became clear that the hostility between them was genuine.
Pimblett, despite not being in official fight camp, demonstrated his superior skills. After a brief exchange, he ducked under a wild hook from Frimpong and took him to the ground. From there, it was evident that Pimblett was operating on a different level. Frimpong, who holds a 3-2 professional MMA record, tried a few submissions but couldn’t contain the UFC fighter’s experience. After a few minutes of grappling, Pimblett took Frimpong’s back and sunk in a rear-naked choke that had his rival tapping out.
But what followed next raised the stakes even higher. Pimblett, ignoring Frimpong’s multiple taps, refused to release the choke. It wasn’t until several bystanders intervened that he finally let go. Tensions flared, and a brief confrontation between their teams almost escalated into a full-blown brawl. However, once the dust settled, both fighters shared a respectful embrace, signaling the end of their long-standing feud.
While this dramatic encounter in the gym might have temporarily squashed their personal issues, the question on fans' minds is what comes next for Pimblett in the UFC. Having not fought since his submission victory over Bobby Green at UFC 304, the 30-year-old remains a fixture of the promotion. With UFC London fast approaching and the card being stacked with talent, there’s a strong possibility that "The Baddy" could make his return to the Octagon soon, potentially in a bout against another fan favorite like Michael Chandler. Whatever happens next, one thing is certain—Pimblett remains one of the most captivating figures in MMA, both for his fierce fighting skills and his no-holds-barred personality.
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