Paddy Pimblett Calls for Return of Forgotten UFC Technique | Rule Change Request

Paddy Pimblett, a prominent figure in the Ultimate Fighting⁤ Championship (UFC), has publicly advocated for modifications to ⁢the rules​ governing ground fighting, specifically suggesting the ⁤allowance of kicks and knees to the head of grounded opponents. This proposition arrives as Pimblett prepares for a high-stakes interim lightweight title bout against Justin Gaethje on January 24th. He believes certain striking techniques, while currently restricted, could add another layer of⁣ strategy and excitement to the sport.

The Debate Around Ground Strikes⁢ in MMA

Pimblett’s‍ core argument⁢ centers on a distinction between dangerous and strategically viable techniques. He explicitly voiced his disapproval of head stomps, stating, I don’t agree with stomping because your head has got nowhere to go. However, he champions the reintroduction of soccer kicks and targeted knee strikes under ⁣specific circumstances.He envisions a scenario where ⁤a fighter, while ⁤in a dominant position, could deliver a controlled soccer kick to an opponent’s torso, provided‌ they maintain the ‌ability to move their⁣ opponent’s⁤ legs. Moreover, Pimblett suggests that knees ‌to the head should be permissible‌ when an opponent attempts a sloppy takedown just to get a break, referencing the impactful style of former fighter Mark ​Kerr.