“Nobody Does It Crazier”: Joe Rogan Addresses “Star” Paddy Pimblett’s Mind-Boggling Weight Cuts With Ex-TUF Star Gillian Robertson

Ever since his UFC debut back in 2021, Paddy Pimblett has emerged as one of the most polarising figures in the promotion’s history. While the fighter’s skills and persona have gained him a fair share of followers, he has been on the receiving end of much criticism as well. In one of his recent podcasts, UFC commentator Joe Rogan talked about one such criticism that is targeted at Pimblett: his massive weight cut!

In this episode, he was joined by UFC fighter, Gillian Robertson. During the conversation, the two ended up talking on the topic of weight cuts, with Robertson sharing her experience on the matter.

Rogan believes Paddy Pimblett is out of his mind

According to the ex-TUF star, she has witnessed some people go through excess weight cuts during her time at ATT. It was at this time Rogan talked brought Pimblett’s weight cut into the discussion. According to the 55-year-old podcaster, the Englishman went through a weight cut so massive, that it seems almost impossible. But despite the difficulties, it has become a part of his persona. In Rogan’s own words:

“Nobody does it crazier than Paddy. Yeah, he’s out of his f**king mind because he does it in front of everybody. I feel like he tries to, though.”

For those who are unfamiliar, ‘The Baddy’ is known to cut down almost 40 lbs going into his fights. According to the recently married fighter, he can weigh up to 196 lbs pounds off camp. But despite the criticism, the Englishman never shies away from sharing his experience with weight cuts publically. Many, including Rogan, consider Paddy Pimblett‘s transition from overweight to a skinny lightweight as his trademark.

Over the years, weight-cutting has emerged as one of the most controversial topics in the combat sports community. From potential risk to a fighter’s health to the associated unfair advantage, the issues have raised some questions that are still unanswered. Several fighters including Deiveson Figueiredo and Paulo Costa have received backlash for their massive weight cuts. It has also led to changes in UFCs cards on several occasions, including the cancellation of bouts. And yes, who can forget the infamous towel gate of Daniel Cormier?

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Joe Rogan will not be part of UFC 289, Felder to take the role instead

According to a report by MMA Junkie, Joe Rogan will not be part of the upcoming UFC 289 event. In the commentary team, his role will be taken by the former UFC lightweight Paul Felder. Considering the event’s venue, Vancouver, isn’t too far away from Rogan’s residence, many were expecting to see the podcaster on the card. But it seems like they have to manage with the ‘Irish dragon’, who will be joined by Daniel Cormier and Jon Anik.

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Apart from Rogan, many fighters who were previously scheduled for the card will be absent, too. This includes the like of Stephen Thompson and Michael Pereira. The bout between the two welterweights is now rescheduled to UFC 291. But much to the fighter’s relief of fans, both the main event and the co-main event are intact as per the schedule.