Paddy Pimblett would 'love to fight' Charles Oliveira, says his grappling game is on par with former champion
By Brent Brookhouse
Published on March 10, 2026.
Paddy Pimblett, who recently lost to Justin Gaethje for the UFC interim lightweight championship, has expressed his desire to fight against Charles Oliveira in his next fight. Pimettt responded to Oliveira's BMF championship win over Max Holloway by pointing out that his grappling game is comparable to that of former champion Charles. He also suggested that following Oliveira’s path to victory against Holloway could have resulted in a win over Gaethj.
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