Rising UFC star Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett has set his sights high for his next fight, naming none other than former two-division champion Conor McGregor as his dream opponent. Pimblett, known for his flamboyant personality and loyal fan base, expressed his desire to face McGregor in a blockbuster event at the iconic Wembley Stadium in London. However, the Irish superstar has been quick to shut down the possibility, claiming Pimblett isn’t worth the fight.
Pimblett, who remains undefeated in the UFC and continues to build momentum with each appearance, believes a matchup with McGregor would electrify the MMA world and draw record-breaking attention, particularly in the UK. Speaking in recent interviews, he said, “Wembley Stadium would be the perfect venue. The fans deserve something massive, and what’s bigger than me versus McGregor in the UK?”
The 29-year-old Liverpudlian is no stranger to making headlines and has often been compared to McGregor for his brash attitude and crowd-pulling charisma. With his popularity soaring in both the UK and abroad, Pimblett sees a fight against McGregor not just as a personal milestone but also as a major opportunity for the sport in Europe.
However, McGregor, who is preparing for his own long-awaited return to the Octagon, has shown little interest in entertaining Pimblett’s callout. When asked about the possibility, McGregor responded bluntly: “Paddy the Baddy is not worth the fight.” The former lightweight and featherweight champion emphasized that he’s looking for legacy-defining bouts and remains focused on high-stakes opponents that could cement his storied career.
Fans have been divided on McGregor’s response. Some agree that Pimblett, while popular, hasn’t yet faced top-ranked opposition to warrant a showdown with someone of McGregor’s stature. Others argue that the matchup would be a huge commercial success, especially on home soil in England, and could rejuvenate McGregor’s status in the UFC following several years of inactivity and defeats.
From a promotional perspective, a McGregor vs. Pimblett fight at Wembley would undoubtedly be historic. The stadium, which holds over 90,000 spectators, has never hosted a UFC event, making the potential bout groundbreaking. UFC President Dana White has previously hinted at the organization’s interest in expanding major events into the UK market, and a McGregor-Pimblett clash could serve as the perfect catalyst.
While the chances of the bout happening in the immediate future remain slim, the back-and-forth has sparked intrigue across the MMA community. Pimblett’s confidence and McGregor’s curt dismissal have added a layer of drama that fans and pundits will continue to watch closely. Whether or not the fight materializes, one thing is clear — Paddy Pimblett is aiming for the biggest spotlight, and he’s not afraid to call out the sport’s biggest name to get there.