To earn the UFC Freedom 250 title shot against then-champion Ilia Topuria , Justin Gaethje defeated Paddy Pimblett via unanimous decision for the interim lightweight title. Gaethje went on to beat Topuria at the White House and Pimblett gained some extra motivation after watching “The Highlight” take the 155-pound crown.
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Paddy Pimblett motivated by Justin Gaethje defeating Ilia Topuria – MMA Weekly