Paddy Pimblett responds to rumored December Ilia Topuria fight

Paddy Pimblett said he has not been offered a bout with Ilia Topuria and is targeting a December return, clarifying speculation about a potential matchup. In an interview with Eze Obasi, Paddy Pimblett addressed Ilia Topuria rumors and noted no approach from the UFC to make the fight. He said he is open to top UFC lightweight opponents, citing Justin Gaethje, Arman Tsarukyan, Charles Oliveira, and Mauricio Ruffy among possible names. The rivalry between Pimblett and Topuria dates to a 2022 hotel incident and earlier comments about Topuria's home country. The video outlines what Pimblett says he was told and the timeframe he considers.