Dustin Poirier acknowledges Paddy Pimblett as a top lightweight fighter following his impressive victory over Michael Chandler at UFC 314. Pimblett's dominant performance against Chandler solidified his position among the elite at 155 pounds, earning praise from Poirier who commended his skills and resilience during the fight.
Poirier, who is set to retire after his next bout, views Pimblett as a legitimate contender in the division and suggests potential matchups for him, including facing off against Dan Hooker. Despite acknowledging Chandler's lackluster performance, Poirier emphasizes Pimblett's remarkable display and believes he has transitioned from a prospect to a serious title contender in the lightweight division. Poirier expresses confidence in Pimblett's abilities and anticipates compelling matchups for him in the future against high-caliber opponents like Gamrot, Tsarukyan, and Oliveira.