Why Paddy Pimblett Rejects Jon Jones’ Path But is Aiming for Champ-Champ Status

Why Paddy Pimblett Rejects Jon Jones' Path But is Aiming for Champ-Champ StatusPaddy Pimblett has outlined an ambitious path to become a two-division UFC champion following his interim lightweight title bout against Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 on January 24, with the Liverpool fighter making clear that title defenses come before any move up in weight.\u200b

Pimblett, who holds a 23-3 professional record, will face former interim champion Gaethje in the main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The bout headlines the UFC’s debut event on Paramount+ under a new $7.7 billion broadcast deal. The winner is expected to face Ilia Topuria for the undisputed lightweight championship later in…