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Paddy Pimblett Fires Back at ‘Fake Belt’ Claims Ahead of Interim Title Fight

“You can call it a fake belt all you want, but until Ilia comes back into the octagon, this is the belt,” Pimblett said as he readies to face Justin Gaethje for interim gold at UFC 324. After facing personal turmoil, champion Topuria sidelined himself until Q1 2026. After the January 24 fight, the winner of Pimblett vs. Gaethje will face Topuria next.