{"id":28990,"date":"2023-11-29T21:19:32","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T20:19:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/?p=28990"},"modified":"2023-11-30T08:57:45","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T07:57:45","slug":"pimblett-faces-tough-scenario-for-ferguson-bout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/news\/pimblett-faces-tough-scenario-for-ferguson-bout","title":{"rendered":"Pimblett faces tough scenario for Ferguson bout"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul>\n<li>Pimblett describes fight as a lose-lose situation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferguson an all time great but has lost six on the bounce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pimblett remains focussed on progressing in UFC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Paddy Pimblett anticipates a challenging scenario in his upcoming bout against Tony Ferguson at UFC 296 on December 16. Despite Pimblett&#8217;s six-fight winning streak and Ferguson&#8217;s six-fight skid, fans are divided on the outcome, with some expecting &#8220;El Cucuy&#8221; to prevail, particularly after Pimblett&#8217;s controversial decision win over Jared Gordon in December 2022.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the<a href=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/ufc\"> best UFC betting sites in the UK<\/a> with Betting.com.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"mt-8 wp-block-top-list \" id=\"sports-book\">\n\n\t\n\t<section\n\t\tid=\"block_749934fbc347d9607c1a7bda3f150e23\"\n\t\t\t\t\tx-data=\"block_749934fbc347d9607c1a7bda3f150e23\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"@container\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1  gap-8\" x-ref=\"container-block_749934fbc347d9607c1a7bda3f150e23\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/go.betting.com\/go\/betway\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"nofollow noopener\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"Betway Review 2026 : \u00a330 Matched Free Bet if your first Acca loses\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-grow flex-row items-center bg-white p-2 shadow group hover:no-underline \"\n\t\t\tdata-bt=\"tiles-betting-site-sm\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210-180x95.webp 180w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210-180x95.jpg 180w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210-360x189.webp 360w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210-360x189.jpg 360w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210.webp 400w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210.jpg 400w\"\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"120px\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betway_postcard_400x210.jpg\"\n\t\talt=\"Betway\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"120\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\theight=\"62\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"object-cover object-center bg-cover bg-center flex-shrink-0 w-[120px] lg:w-[100px] aspect-casino\"\n\t\tstyle=\" \"\n\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-col px-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-sm font-semibold !leading-4 text-black duration-300 group-hover:text-red-100 lg:text-base\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-bt=\"tiles-betting-site-sm-title\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tBetway\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mt-1 flex flex-row items-center gap-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"star-rating h-auto w-[60px]\"\n\t\t style=\"--bt-star-percentage: 91.3084%; \"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-xxs text-gray-60\">(4.5\/5)<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ml-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"right-0 flex h-6 w-6 items-center justify-center border border-red-100 bg-white duration-300 group-hover:bg-red-100\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"w-3 h-3 text-red-100 rotate-180 duration-300\n\t\t\t\t\tgroup-hover:text-white\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 16\"><path d=\"M.29 7.315a.94.94 0 0 0 0 1.36l6.874 6.562a.937.937 0 0 0 1.293-1.356l-5.18-4.949h13.285c.52 0 .938-.418.938-.937a.935.935 0 0 0-.938-.938H3.277l5.184-4.945A.937.937 0 0 0 7.168.756L.293 7.32l-.004-.004Z\"\/><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/section>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pimblett\">Pimblett looks for a statement performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pimblett voices his frustration, perceiving the fight as a lose-lose situation for him. If he loses to Ferguson, critics may attribute it to facing a past-his-prime opponent. Conversely, even if he secures a victory, there&#8217;s the concern that detractors will downplay it, arguing that Ferguson was already on a downward trajectory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In discussing Ferguson&#8217;s recent losses, Pimblett acknowledges they were against elite opponents, except for Bobby Green. Despite this, he expects criticism regardless of the fight&#8217;s outcome. He emphasises the challenging nature of the bout, recognising Ferguson&#8217;s reputation and the expectations from fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pimblett expresses a desire to put on an entertaining show, aiming for a war in the Octagon. Reflecting on his previous UFC fights where he finished all three opponents before the clash with Gordon, he aims to leave a lasting impression. Despite the expected criticism, Pimblett is determined to showcase his skills and make a statement against a fighter renowned for delivering exciting and engaging performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the fight approaches, Paddy Pimblett&#8217;s focus remains on proving his worth in the Octagon and overcoming the challenges presented by public perception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Betting\">Betting Implications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pimblett is a heavy favourite to win the bout. At the time of writing, BetVictor have the Liverpudlian priced at 3\/10 with Ferguson 12\/5. Punters looking for value may want to bet on the timing and\/or method of victory. Ferguson&#8217;s achievements in the sport are rightly respected, however, he has lost his last six and many pundits feel that if Pimblett has serious ambitions to get to the very top of the UFC he must ensure that Ferguson suffers a seventh consecutive loss.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"mt-8 wp-block-top-list \" id=\"sports-book\">\n\n\t\n\t<section\n\t\tid=\"block_def58b301b94a272b3854f9b4018d4c6\"\n\t\t\t\t\tx-data=\"block_def58b301b94a272b3854f9b4018d4c6\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"@container\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1  gap-8\" x-ref=\"container-block_def58b301b94a272b3854f9b4018d4c6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/go.betting.com\/go\/betvictor\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"nofollow noopener\"\n\t\t\ttitle=\"BetVictor Review 2026 in the UK\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-grow flex-row items-center bg-white p-2 shadow group hover:no-underline \"\n\t\t\tdata-bt=\"tiles-betting-site-sm\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210-180x95.webp 180w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210-180x95.jpg 180w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210-360x189.webp 360w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210-360x189.jpg 360w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210.webp 400w, https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210.jpg 400w\"\n\t\t\t\tsizes=\"120px\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/betvictor_postcard_400x210.jpg\"\n\t\talt=\"BetVictor\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"120\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\theight=\"62\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"object-cover object-center bg-cover bg-center flex-shrink-0 w-[120px] lg:w-[100px] aspect-casino\"\n\t\tstyle=\" \"\n\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-col px-3\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-sm font-semibold !leading-4 text-black duration-300 group-hover:text-red-100 lg:text-base\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-bt=\"tiles-betting-site-sm-title\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tBetVictor\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mt-1 flex flex-row items-center gap-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"star-rating h-auto w-[60px]\"\n\t\t style=\"--bt-star-percentage: 91.3084%; \"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text-xxs text-gray-60\">(4.5\/5)<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ml-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"right-0 flex h-6 w-6 items-center justify-center border border-red-100 bg-white duration-300 group-hover:bg-red-100\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"w-3 h-3 text-red-100 rotate-180 duration-300\n\t\t\t\t\tgroup-hover:text-white\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 16\"><path d=\"M.29 7.315a.94.94 0 0 0 0 1.36l6.874 6.562a.937.937 0 0 0 1.293-1.356l-5.18-4.949h13.285c.52 0 .938-.418.938-.937a.935.935 0 0 0-.938-.938H3.277l5.184-4.945A.937.937 0 0 0 7.168.756L.293 7.32l-.004-.004Z\"\/><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/section>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our top lists of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/mma\">MMA<\/a> bookies and the best betting sites for <a href=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/ufc\">UFC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For UFC 296 check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/betting.com\/gb\/ufc\/296\">guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paddy Pimblett anticipates a challenging scenario in his upcoming bout against Tony Ferguson at UFC 296 on December 16. 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