Paddy Pimblett drags rival into near-explosive brawl with controversial choke

UFC star Paddy ‘The Baddy’ Pimblett has ended his social media feud with a rival in a particularly graphic way.

A dispute between Pimblett and Dennis Frimpong, who has a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) record of 3-2, began when the latter took a dig at the Liverpool fighter.

When a fan expressed his wish to see Pimblett on the UFC London card in March – an event which has since been confirmed without his participation – Frimpong responded: “He won’t be fit for the Las Vegas event let alone for that of London.”

Pimblett, obviously knowing of Frimpong’s comment, reacted bluntly, and the two men exchanged heated personal messages.

They finally decided to settle the score in the way they knew best.

Pimblett traveled to Manchester Top Team, where Frimpong trains, to end their conflict.

Despite the absence of helmets, which underlined the seriousness of their confrontation, the two men exchanged punches and kicks with the obvious intention of fighting, while wearing shin guards.

The event attracted a lot of interest, with several fighters, including Molly McCannsat in a circle to watch the action.

The two exchanged several strikes, but when Frimpong missed a right hook, it marked the beginning of the end.

Pimblett perfectly anticipated Frimpong’s hook, ducked and brought it to the ground.

Their rolls continued before Pimblett settled down and fell on Frimpong, who was struggling to defend himself against the UFC fighter.

It didn’t take long for Pimblett to take Frimpong’s back, and from there it was only a matter of time before the clash ended.

Pimblett quickly locked in a rear choke that left Frimpong breathless.

Realizing he had no choice but to capitulate, Frimpong tapped.

However, Pimblett, apparently keen to send a message to his rival, refused to let go.

It took the intervention of several spectators to convince Pimblett to release his grip.

The tension was such that a brief scuffle broke out among the spectators, but nothing came of it.

Once the respective camps separated, Pimblett and Frimpong exchanged a hug to signal the end of their conflict.

Although Pimblett is not on the March 22 London card, his clash with Frimpong proved that he is in excellent condition as he awaits his next fight.

Pimblett hasn’t fought since his submission victory over King Green, also known as Bobby Green, at UFC 304 last July.

The 30-year-old boasts an impressive 22-3 record and is currently on a six-fight winning streak in the UFC.

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