Pimblett Calls Out Oliveira
Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett called out Charles Oliveira, claiming his grappling isn't superior and pushing for a matchup https://x.com/i/status/2031109900286242991. Discussions are heating up around upcoming fights and callouts https://x.com/i/status/2031147372693029011.
Pimblett, currently holding a professional MMA record of 23-4-0, has been urged by Michael Bisping to pursue a title-eliminator fight against Oliveira. Pimblett is a former Cage Warriors Featherweight Champion. Oliveira, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, is a former UFC Lightweight Champion and current symbolic "BMF" titleholder. As of January 27, 2026, he is ranked #3 in the UFC lightweight rankings. Oliveira holds the UFC record for most submission wins (17), most finishes (21), and most fight night bonuses (21). His grappling skills are widely recognized, with many considering him among the best BJJ practitioners in MMA. Oliveira's professional MMA record stands at 36-11. He transitioned to MMA in 2007 after achieving multiple championships in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Pimblett is known for his striking and submission skills, with a near even split between KO and submission victories. Oliveira's submission wins include a variety of techniques such as anaconda chokes, triangle chokes, and armbars. MMA Mania awarded Pimblett the #3 Ranked Submission of the Year in 2024 for his triangle-choke victory against King Green at UFC 304. He also received the January Fight of the Month award from MMA Junkie in 2026 for his fight against Justin Gaethje. Oliveira recently defeated Max Holloway at UFC 326 by unanimous decision to win the BMF title. The fight showcased Oliveira's grappling dominance, controlling Holloway on the ground for over 20 minutes.
