The UFC’s lightweight division is one of the most competitive in the organization, and a contender like Paddy Pimblett adds excitement to the mix with his distinctive fighting style and vibrant personality. Meanwhile, UFC commentator Joe Rogan made a striking remark about Pimblett, calling him a “lightweight assassin in disguise” who lures opponents in with his playful demeanor before unleashing devastating skills.
Rogan is saying that Paddy Pimblett is deceptively dangerous—he acts goofy and lighthearted, which makes opponents underestimate him. But once the fight starts, he surprises them with his skill and strength. On a recent episode of his podcast, the UFC commentator said:
“Paddy is a big lightweight. I know he gets really fat in between fights. He’s a lot bigger than people think. I always say he tricks people by dancing and having silly hair. He’s like one of those bugs that pretends it’s a stick and you get close and it jacks you.”
Joe Rogan Exposes Paddy Pimblett’s Shocking Advantage: ‘He Tricks People… Then Jacks You!’
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— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) May 7, 2025
Rogan also points out that while some criticize Paddy for fighting opponents with losing streaks, his performance, especially against Michael Chandler, was more impressive than even what top fighter Charles Oliveira managed.
Paddy Pimblett Says American Food Made Him Balloon In Weight After His Fight
Fans were shocked to see a visibly heavier Paddy Pimblett after his recent fight, sparking questions about how he still manages to hit the 155-lb lightweight limit. Known for his extreme weight cuts, Paddy usually walks around over 190 lbs outside of camp. After his TKO win over Michael Chandler, Pimblett joined Bruce Buffer and TJ De Santis, where he revealed,
“On Sunday I had about 5 milkshakes after the fight. This morning I woke up like 198, which is fat. That’s about the heaviest I get… Only if I’m in the States, the food just makes me into a machine.”
In the UK, he says he rarely goes over 195 lbs. His post-fight weight jumps are becoming legendary among fans. The rising lightweight star continues to shock audiences, both with his performances inside the Octagon and his wild transformations outside of it.
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