Paddy Pimblett Claims Fouls Affected Loss to Justin Gaethje

Paddy Pimblett lost to Justin Gaethje by unanimous decision at UFC 324 on January 1.
He claims eye gouges and low blows affected the outcome.

What happened?

Pimblett went five rounds with Gaethje, pushing the pace to the end.
He thinks he won rounds 3 and 5.

Gaethje's subsequent win over Ilia Topuria makes Pimblett's loss more motivating.
Pimblett hopes to face Gaethje again.

Pimblett fights Benoit Saint Denis at UFC 329 on July 11.
The winner will be in prime position for a championship opportunity.

Pimblett is aware of Saint Denis's mauling style.
He expects Saint Denis to try and take him down.

Pimblett thinks Saint Denis might be afraid to take him down.
He believes he can submit Saint Denis on the ground.

Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira are also in the mix for a title shot.
Pimblett sees Tsarukyan as the next in line.

Pimblett will revisit his contender status after his fight with Saint Denis.
He hopes to beat Saint Denis and get a rematch with Gaethje.

The lightweight division is full of variables.
Pimblett's focus is on his upcoming fight.

Pimblett's fight with Saint Denis will be a key test.
He needs to win to stay in contention.

The UFC 329 event is scheduled for July 11 in Las Vegas.
Pimblett is ready for the challenge.

Pimblett's training is focused on Saint Denis's style.
He is preparing for a tough fight.

The winner of Pimblett vs Saint Denis will be one step closer to a title shot.
Pimblett is motivated to win.