Israel adesanya roses ‘flawless’ paddy pimblett for achievement that gave him Michael Chandler Fight

Israel Adesanya also broke several subsequent battles, including the return of Bobby ‘King’ Green.

The American lightweight has not fought since he was strangled by Paddy Pimblett, who impressed the two-time middle weight champion, on the UFC 304 last July.

Israel Adesanya reflects on Paddy Pimblett’s flawless victory

Green will try to get back in the victory column against rising star Mauricio Ruffy this weekend.

Adesanya is particularly excited about their battle, which he is sure will be ‘f—— – Crazy’.

Before entering his green vs ruffy prediction, the future Hall of Famer took a moment to highlight the amazing job that Pimblett quickly did to take an opponent that many people predicted would beat him.

“I remember the fight was flawless and I was shocked,” said Adesanya.

“I thought Bobby would be the favorite to take it, and then stole the Paddy show.”

What is next for Paddy Pimblett?

Pimblett got $ 200,000 in bonus money to easily beat its toughest opponent to date.

However, he recently received an even greater reward in the form of a match with long -term challenger Michael Chandler.

The 155 LB duo is set to scrape in a five-round Co-Main event at UFC 314 in Florida on April 14.

Pimblett hopes a victory over Chandler could lead to a megapenge clash with Conor McGregor.

“Sounds very tasty,” Pimblett said when asked about a match with McGregor of round eight boxing.

“Many people have already said this to me,” beat Chandler, take the McGregor fight. ”

“Obviously, it’s the biggest match of the sport, the biggest match we’ve ever seen.”