Former champion slams Paddy Pimblett and questions the legitimacy of his interim lightweight title.

L. Rockhold was UFC and Strikeforce middleweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

The Ultimate's decision to match the duel between Paddy Pimblett e Justin gaethje The interim lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) doesn't seem to have generated a good reaction in Luke RockholdThe former middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg) questioned the legitimacy of the main event. UFC 324, which will not include the presence of Arman Tsarukyan, first placed in the category ranking.

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The American spoke about the subject in an interview with 'Submission Radio' last Monday (22). In addition to talking about the fight, he questioned the opportunity received by Pimblett.

"I think they're trying everything to put little Paddy in a title fight situation. I'm annoyed with fighters who think the interim title means anything. They're doing everything to get the best fights for Paddy to become champion and bring that love back to the UK. Arman is a beast. Just look at what he's doing in..." grapple "Now, and how he's destroying these guys. It's not easy," the former fighter stated.

Luke Rockhold calls out the interim title and says it doesn't mean anything while questioning the push for Paddy 🤔🏆

"I think they're trying to do anything they can to put little Paddy into a title situation. I'm annoyed with fighters that think the interim title means… pic.twitter.com/QcKut7BWoC

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 23, 2025

Paddy Pimblett is a very popular name in the UFC.

Paddy Pimblett in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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Despite being undefeated in the organization and ranked fifth, the Briton is a controversial figure within the category. His last three opponents (Tony Ferguson, King Green e Michael chandler) have a combined record of 0-13 in their last appearances in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Moreover, Arman Tsarukyan He has clearly been sidelined by Dana White and the matchmakers. While he awaits the opportunity to compete for the belt, the Armenian has been keeping himself busy in grappling competitions. Recently, he even defeated names like Benson Henderson and Patricky Pitbull.