UFC 282: Paddy Pimblett vs Jared Gordon will be the co-main event of the UFC PPV card this weekend. Both fighters have promised an exciting fight. So before they get into the octagon, let’s take a closer look at their records and other attributes and compare the two lightweights. Follow UFC 282: Jan Blachowicz vs Magomed Ankalaev LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Paddy Pimblett vs Jared Gordon Record and Physical attributes
Both fighters have 19 victories to their name. However, Gordon has two more defeats than Pimblett. In addition, both fighters also have an almost identical knockout rate of 32% and 33% respectively. However, Pimblett has the better submission rate by far, with 47%, as compared to Gordon’s 11%.
UFC 282: Paddy Pimblett vs Jared Gordon: Age, Height, Record, Net Worth, Social Media Followers, and Other Stats Comparison
When it comes to physical attributes, the Brit has an advantage over the American. Pimblett stands at 5’10” with 73” punch reach and a 40” leg reach. Gordon stands at 5’9” and has a 68” punch reach, and 38” leg reach. Both fighters will weigh in at 155. However, this will change come fight night.
Paddy Pimblett and Jared Gordon: Net Worth, social media, and other attributes before UFC 282
When it comes to their net worth, reports suggest Paddy Pimblett has a net worth of around $1-5 million. Gordon, on the other hand, has a reported net worth of $500,000. In terms of social media, Pimblett has over 2.3 million followers on Instagram, whereas Gordon has only 115,000 followers on the platform.
Pimblett and Gordon land an incredible 4.19 and 5.53 significant strikes per minute in their fights. In addition, they do so with 53% and 58% accuracy, respectively. In terms of their takedowns, both Pimblett and Gordon have almost identical numbers. Pimblett attempts an average of 1.88 takedowns per fight, with a 40% success rate, and has a 60% takedown defense rate. Gordon attempts 1.97 takedowns per fight, with a 39% success rate, and has a 58% takedown defense rate.
Therefore, if these numbers are anything to go by, the Paddy Pimblett vs Jared Gordon co-main is going to be electric. What do you make of their numbers? Who do you think will come out on top between Paddy Pimblett and Jared Gordon?
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