Why Paddy was Disappointed Fighting Vargas

Paddy Pimblett on His Fight Against Rodrigo Vargas

Paddy Pimblett said he was disappointed with his performance against Rodrigo Vargas, even though he won the first round and finished the fight in that round. He had trained extensively for striking but felt he didn’t show the stand-up work he had prepared. He also said the hectic walkout may have affected how he settled into the fight.

Pimblett disputed the claim that he had been dropped. He said he ducked in for a single-leg takedown and moved Vargas’s leg out of the way. Once on top, he felt the fight was nearly over: he threw Vargas, took his back, and secured a choke for the first-round finish.

Looking back, Pimblett rated his performance “five out of 10.” He said the throw and submission were the main things he was pleased with. He also expected his next fight to end in the first round.

The subtitles provide no exact clock time for the finish.

Presenters and Sources

• Presenter: Paddy Pimblett
• Discussion source: Chattin Pony Podcast
• Video source: Paddy The Baddy Clips