Not your average scouser. Not your average fighter.
Whether you love him, hate him, or still don’t know if he’s trolling or telling the truth — Paddy Pimblett gets people talking.
His UFC 314 victory over Michael Chandler proved he’s the real deal – but behind the wigs, the walkouts, and the wild interviews, there’s a bunch of stuff you probably don’t know about The Baddy. Until now!
1. He turned down Dana. The first time.
Yep, before the UFC hype train even left the station, Paddy was offered a contract — and said no. Twice.
Said he wasn’t ready. Said he’d be back. Said he’d do it on his terms. And guess what? He did.
2. He’s never had a real job
Unless you count choking blokes unconscious as a job (which, to be fair, it is). Paddy went full-time fighter straight outta school.
Never worked retail. Never pulled pints. Never folded jeans at JD Sports.
3. He’s a massive Harry Potter nerd
You’d think he’d be more Slytherin. But no — Paddy reckons he’s a Gryffindor. There’s actual footage of him getting emotional when Dobby dies. Man contains multitudes.
4. He ballooned to 200+ pounds between fights
Ok, so you probably knew this one already – some fighters cut weight, but Paddy yo-yo launches between featherweight and full-blown dad bod.
He once said he’d rather be “fat and happy than ripped and miserable.” Lad eats like a bin on cheat days.
5. He proposed at the top of a volcano
No, seriously. In 2022, he popped the question to his long-time partner while standing on an active volcano in Tenerife. Why? “Because it’s boss, lad.”
6. He once fought with a broken hand – and still won
Tore up his hand in the first round. Carried on swinging. Got the win. Didn’t even mention it in the post-fight interview until someone pointed out the swelling.
7. He’s borderline vegan… but only for animals he likes
Paddy’s spoken out about animal cruelty and refuses to eat certain meats — but still smashes burgers post-fight.
Chickens? Fair game. Dogs? Off limits. Cows? It’s complicated.
8. He’s not just a fighter – he’s a mental health warrior
After the tragic loss of a mate to suicide, Paddy delivered one of the rawest post-fight speeches in UFC history.
“If you’re a man, and you’ve got weight on your shoulders — speak to someone.” Goosebumps.
9. He nearly joined WWE
With his trash talk, flair, and love of entrance theatrics — it makes sense. But when Vince came calling, Paddy gave him the stiff arm.
Said he had unfinished business in the cage first.
10. He’s trained with schoolkids – just to give back
When he’s not scrapping or scoffing pizzas, Paddy visits local schools in Liverpool to run BJJ and self-defense workshops.
No cameras. No clout. Just good bloke behavior.
So, what’s next for The Baddy?
After his dominant performance at UFC 314, the sky’s the limit for Paddy “The Baddy”.
But what’s next? Maybe a UFC lightweight title run. Maybe a WWE crossover. Maybe he opens a chippy in Bootle. Doesn’t matter. You’ll be watching — because love him or loathe him, Paddy Pimblett is box office.
