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The lightweight division's most exciting European rivalry as unbeaten Saint Denis clashes with Pimblett in a co-main event that could define the next title challenger
The co-main event of UFC 329 pits two of Europe's brightest lightweight talents against each other in a fight that should be an all-out war. Benoit Saint Denis has been on a tear, winning four straight with finishes in each, while Paddy Pimblett enters coming off the biggest learning experience of his career — a decision loss to Justin Gaethje in a title fight. Saint Denis opens as the -170 favou…
Benoit Saint Denis (17-3, UFC 9-3) has won four straight fights with a 100% finish rate and a well-rounded game (CFR 70.9). His striking (7.06) and grappling (3.56) give him tools in every phase.
Paddy Pimblett (23-4, UFC 7-1) is coming off his first UFC loss — a unanimous decision to Justin Gaethje for the interim title. Before that, he dominated Michael Chandler. His CFR of 69.2 and balanced skillset (striking 4.61, grappling 4.11) make him competitive everywhere.
BSD's finishing ability vs Pimblett's durability is the central clash
Pimblett's grappling could neutralise BSD's striking advantage
Both fighters have genuine finishing ability — this could end any time
The International Fight Week atmosphere will fuel both Europeans
Pimblett's chin of 98 means BSD may not be able to finish him
If Pimblett wrestle-controls the first two rounds, the scorecards become very difficult for BSD
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