Paddy Pimblett immediately hospitalised after | Boxing News

Paddy Pimblett was immediately taken to hospital following his defeat at the arms of Justin Gaethje. The Liverpudlian entered UFC 324 brimming with confidence after his knockout win over Michael Chandler in April. Pimblett’s fast ascent in the game earned him a shot at the interim title on Saturday evening.

However, there was more at stake, as the victor can be rewarded with an undisputed bout against Ilia Topuria later this yr. From the outset, it was Gaethje who took control, practically ending the struggle in the first spherical after cornering his opponent against the cage and ultimately sending him tumbling to the canvas. From the second bell, the 37 yr outdated continued to put his adversary in a tight spot, and finally floored the Brit for a second time.

Shortly thereafter, the ‘Baddy’s’ proper eye started to swell, and he was seen sporting vital facial harm. Remarkably, the Scouse fighter managed to last until the ultimate bell, but was severely battered and had blood streaming from numerous components of his face.

Despite lingering for a post-fight interview, Pimblett was swiftly whisked off to the hospital after his brutal stand-up battle with Gaethje.

There was a lot hypothesis about what’s next for Gaethje, who is anticipated to struggle Topuria next. However, the American sported some extreme battle wounds after the match.

When questioned if the unification showdown would happen immediately due to the extent of Gaethje’s accidents, UFC boss Dana White offered an update on his condition and revealed that Pimblett had been rushed to hospital for additional checks.

“Apparently, he (Gaethje) is 100 per cent,” White announced at the post-fight press convention.

“We sent Paddy Pimblett straight to the hospital, and we were going to send Gaethje, too. And Gaethje’s like: ‘Believe me, I have been in plenty of wars, I am good.’ As far as we know right now, he is healthy.”

White was left astounded by Pimblett’s dedication during the struggle, stating: “So Paddy Pimblett at the weigh ins yesterday says: ‘I am going to knock this motherf***** out tomorrow’. And I was like: ‘That’s interesting’.

“He never deserted that gameplan, even when he acquired dropped a couple of instances. I used to be like: ‘Eventually he’s going to have to shoot and strive and submit him’.

“I did not know Paddy Pimblett had a chin like that until tonight. Yeah, an absolute dogfight and a war and much respect to both guys.”

After the struggle, Pimblett demonstrated his true character, paying tribute to Gaethje, saying: “I wanted to be walking away with that belt, and I know how tough I am anyway. I don’t need to prove it to anyone. I wanted to leave with that belt.

“But there’s no man I’d slightly lose to than The Highlight, somebody I grew up watching. It reveals why he is a legend, proper there.

“I thought 48-47 was a fair scorecard. I’m not gonna lie, he hit me with a body shot in that first round, hit me right in the solar plexus, and it got me. I thought I was winning the round up until that point. I’m 31, you haven’t seen the last of me.”