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Paddy Pimblett Eyes Summer Return After First UFC Loss

2/3/2026

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Paddy Pimblett, UFC fighter, lost to Justin Gaethje (UFC fighter) by unanimous decision at UFC 324, his first defeat in the UFC.
He suffered eye injuries from accidental pokes and recovered quickly, planning a summer return.
Pimblett considers Dan Hooker as a potential next opponent and hopes Gaethje wins the undisputed title for a future rematch.

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Paddy Pimblett, UFC fighter, lost to Justin Gaethje (UFC fighter) by unanimous decision at UFC 324, his first defeat in the UFC.
He suffered eye injuries from accidental pokes and recovered quickly, planning a summer return.
Pimblett considers Dan Hooker as a potential next opponent and hopes Gaethje wins the undisputed title for a future rematch.