Mateusz Gamrot is set to face Ludovit Klein at UFC Vegas 107, aiming to bounce back from a recent loss, and expresses interest in eventually fighting Paddy Pimblett, whom he believes is overrated.
Mateusz Gamrot knows he’s got a tough challenge this weekend, but he’s eyeing a future clash with Paddy Pimblett. Gamrot is set to face Ludovit Klein in the co-main event at UFC Vegas 107, aiming to rebound from a split-decision loss to Dan Hooker at UFC 305.
Since Gamrot’s last fight, the lightweight division has seen some shake-ups. Islam Makhachev vacated the lightweight belt to move to welterweight, and Ilia Topuria is preparing to face Charles Oliveira for the vacant title at UFC 317. Meanwhile, Pimblett has been making waves after a dominant win over Michael Chandler at UFC 314.
“The lightweight division is the most dangerous,” Gamrot shared with MMA Fighting. “Things are always changing. Islam moving up isn’t surprising; he’s beaten everyone in lightweight.”
Gamrot isn’t a fan of Pimblett. “He talks too much and got an easy path to stardom,” he said. “People think he deserves a title shot, but that’s up to the UFC.”
For now, Gamrot’s focus is on Klein. He wants to deliver a standout performance and stay active this year. If things go as planned, 2025 could be monumental for him.
Pimblett’s victory over Chandler was impressive, but Gamrot wasn’t shocked. “Chandler was past his prime,” Gamrot remarked. “He’s easy for anyone in the division now.”
Gamrot believes Pimblett would struggle against top-tier opponents. “I think he’s an easy fight,” Gamrot stated. “High-level opponents would give him trouble.”
His loss to Hooker ended a three-fight win streak, but Gamrot is confident. Facing Klein, who boasts a seven-fight unbeaten run, Gamrot is determined to start a successful 2025 campaign.
Eventually, Gamrot wants to face Pimblett to prove the hype might be overblown. “I’d be a nightmare for him,” Gamrot said. “I’d love to meet him in the octagon. I think I’d finish him on the ground.”
Gamrot feels his grappling skills give him an edge. “My past opponents were strikers, but against someone who likes the ground game, I’m dangerous,” he concluded.