Paddy Pimblett Expresses Interest in Joining WWE

UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett has expressed a strong interest in crossing over to WWE, citing his childhood admiration for the brand and its financial incentives. In an interview with DAZN, he reminisced about his favorite wrestlers, particularly Shawn Michaels, and stated, 'WWE pays big money,' highlighting his personality as a fit for the wrestling world. The growing connection between WWE and UFC, now both under TKO Group Holdings, has opened up more opportunities for such crossovers. Pimblett's comments come as a notable trend, with many MMA fighters like Ronda Rousey and Matt Riddle successfully transitioning to WWE. He has openly invited WWE's Triple H to consider signing him, indicating his readiness to make an appearance for a good payout. This potential crossover reflects the ongoing blending of the two combat sports, further enhancing fan engagement.