Paddy Pimblett's Manager Criticizes NSAC for Withholding Purse

Paddy Pimblett's manager has expressed discontent with the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for withholding the fighter's purse following his victory at UFC 329, where he submitted Benoit Saint Denis in just 52 seconds.

The NSAC has frozen Pimblett's earnings due to a violation related to jumping the cage after the fight, a situation that also affects fighters Max Holloway and Gable Steveson. All three are scheduled for disciplinary hearings at the NSAC's upcoming meeting in Las Vegas.

Boylan has called for a review of the NSAC's policies regarding cage celebrations, arguing that the current rule is outdated and lacks relevance in modern competition. The exact amount withheld from Pimblett's purse is not specified, but a similar incident involving Diego Lopes resulted in a portion of his earnings being frozen and a fine imposed. Pimblett, with a professional record of 24-4, has expressed interest in future bouts against Ilia Topuria or Arman Tsarukyan, although the date for his hearing remains unannounced.