Paddy Pimblett Cuts 40 Pounds Ahead of UFC 314 Victory

Paddy Pimblett, known for significant weight fluctuations between fights, documented his dramatic 40-pound weight cut ahead of his victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314. Starting his camp at 190 pounds seven weeks before the bout, Pimblett followed a strict diet and daily training regimen, expressing frustration early on with slow progress before the weight began to drop more rapidly closer to fight week. By the final days, he reached his targeted range, ultimately weighing in at 156 pounds for the lightweight contest, which he described as 'one of my easiest weight cuts.' Despite frequently facing criticism for his post-fight weight gains, Pimblett's disciplined approach during training camp has enabled him to maintain an unbeaten UFC streak, now at seven wins. His performance against Chandler, a respected veteran, has solidified Pimblett’s status as a major contender in the lightweight division. Pimblett’s openness in sharing his weight cut process has offered fans an inside look at the extreme measures MMA fighters often undertake to meet weight requirements.