Paddy Pimblett Prepared For ‘Best Version’ Of Tony Ferguson, Despite Recent Losses

Tony Ferguson could have misplaced his final 6 fights, however Paddy Pimblett is NOT overlooking the long run UFC Corridor of Famer … telling TMZ Sports activities he is making ready for the “best version” of El Cucuy!

We talked to 28-year-old Pimblett forward of his UFC 296 scrap with the 39-year-old legend … and requested what he anticipated out of Ferguson.

“We’ve prepared for the best Tony Ferguson possible,” Paddy mentioned.

“What I just say is he’s on a bit of a decline, and that’s why I’ve said this fight is a lose-lose for me, cause when I win, people are gonna be like, ‘you only beat a washed-up Tony’ when he’s still a dangerous motherf*****, and then if I did happen to lose, people would be like, ‘Oh, Paddy’s finished. He’s just been beat by a finished Tony.'”

Ferguson, who as soon as went on a 12-fight win streak within the UFC (the place he beat the likes of Josh Thompson, Rafael dos Anjos, Kevin Lee, Edson Barboza and others), has dropped his final 6 fights, albeit to a few of the finest fighters on the earth (Michael Chandler, Justin Gaethje, Charles Oliveira).

As for 20-3 Pimblett, he is gained 6 in a row, together with all 4 of his UFC fights. Nevertheless, his final victory over Jared Gordon wasn’t with out controversy, and Paddy is seeking to make a press release to remind individuals who he’s.

“Biggest fight of my life, definitely. Biggest opponent. Coming back off three major surgeries. Gotta make a big statement after me last fight, simple as that,” Pimblett mentioned.

There is a bunch extra with Paddy The Baddy … we additionally speak about Ferguson coaching with David Goggins, and a latest impromptu assembly Pimblett had with Ian Garry (we talked to Pimblett earlier than IG was pulled from his struggle) on the UFC’s health club in Las Vegas, the place PP shared recommendation with the embattled 26-year-old fighter.