Paddy Pimblett reveals latest shocking weight gain ahead of Benoit Saint Denis fight at UFC 329

Paddy Pimblett continues to demonstrate the dramatic weight fluctuations common among elite lightweights ahead of his UFC 329 clash with Benoit Saint Denis on July 11. Seven weeks out from the bout, Pimblett shared footage from his training camp revealing he was carrying approximately 191 pounds—a staggering 35-pound cut to the 156-pound non-title lightweight limit. The Liverpool fighter, known for his ability to manage significant weight swings between competition, has emphasized the importance of discipline in his camp. "It's nice obviously having an opponent, date set, everything's ready to go when we're fighting, know how long I've got," Pimblett stated. "It's all about making weight and being ready for the fight." The Saint Denis matchup represents a high-profile test against a fellow lightweight contender, making the successful execution of Pimblett's weight-cut strategy crucial to his performance inside the cage.