“There Will Never Be Another Conor McGregor”- Dana White Shuts Down Paddy Pimblett Comparisons

Published 03/16/2022, 3:00 PM EDT

To reach the apex in the world of mixed martial arts, an individual requires a lot of talent, technique. But there is always an X-factor, i.e. ‘Personality’. A distinctive personality plays a crucial part in attracting the audience. Therefore, this brutal entertainment perhaps needed a Conor McGregor, who not only is a great fighter, but he also draws the audience.

Since his injury, we have not seen ‘The Notorious’ in the octagon. Meanwhile, it seems a new star is emerging and has made the audience draw a lot of comparisons between him and Conor- Paddy Pimblett. ‘Paddy The Baddy’ is a deadly striker and is appreciated as Grappler as well. In his last outing, Pimblett showcased his outstanding valor and won the fight via TKO.

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However, UFC President Dana White doesn’t feel this way exactly. Recently in an interview, he supported Pimblett’s achievements but said that no one can replace Conor McGregor.

He said, “Listen, they are two totally different people. There will never be another Conor McGregor. But you know Paddy will have his… you know, however, his career is gonna’ go… Paddy, though is very much like Conor, you know right into the UFC and people were interested in him. He has a lot of fans.” said White.

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Can Paddy Pimblett become the Next Conor McGregor?

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Paddy Pimblett, who takes pride in his Cage Warriors roots, made his debut in July 2013. Just like McGregor, Pimblett also made his way into the UFC after getting popular in Cage Warriors.

While Pimblett was the lightweight champion in the feeder league, McGregor held both the lightweight and featherweight titles during his time.

The Liverpool born star has a charismatic appeal to him jus like Conor. He has also the habit of claiming and predicting his fights. However, it is difficult to say if he can truly stand the test of time. Do you think ‘Paddy the Baddy’ can achieve what the ‘Notorious’ already has?

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Shivam Verma is a UFC author at EssentiallySports. This combat sports fan and active Jiu-Jitsu and kickboxing practitioner, who is also a media graduate, has worked with various news and media organizations. By combining his interest and educational degree, Shivam is on a mission to unite his two passions- love for writing and sports.

“There Will Never Be Another Conor McGregor”- Dana White Shuts Down Paddy Pimblett Comparisons

Can Paddy Pimblett become the Next Conor McGregor?

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