Paddy Pimblett made a notable, albeit short, appearance at UFC 317.
The popular English fighter was in the audience to witness a new lightweight champion crowned on Saturday evening.
Pimblett watched from the front row as Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira in the first round at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Moments later, `The Baddy` entered the Octagon for an intense face-off with his long-time UFC rival.
Security Steps In to Break Up Staredown
Pimblett acknowledged Topuria`s dominant victory but maintained that his own chin is indestructible.
The two fighters exchanged heated words for a brief period before the situation threatened to escalate.
Topuria pushed Pimblett away, prompting security officials to quickly rush in and separate them to prevent a potential physical altercation.
Fortunately, neither fighter chose to further escalate the confrontation, and a full-blown brawl was narrowly avoided.
Dana White Reacts to Post-Fight Incident
UFC CEO Dana White expressed displeasure that Pimblett was permitted to enter the Octagon after the main event at UFC 317.
When questioned about a potential future bout between the two lightweight contenders during his post-fight press conference, White commented:
“I don`t know who the hell let [Paddy] in there,” White stated.
“That should never have happened, let`s start there.”
“I was already back in my room, or that would never have happened.”
