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Paddy Pimblett has paid tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva, following his defeat at UFC 324 to American fighter Justin Gaethje. The 'Baddy', who comes from Liverpool, is a fan of the Reds and has made clear his support for the club that has driven him forward alongside his fighting career.

The 31-year-old received messages from the likes of Jurgen Klopp and Steven Gerrard before his latest fight, wishing him well for the bout. While he threw everything at it, the star wasn't able to overcome Gaethje, losing via decision after a five-round encounter.

With the bout ending in defeat, Pimblett still took the time to speak up about some things close to his heart, including discussions surrounding mental health.

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He started off by paying tribute to a close friend and his family, when he said: "Can I say a...

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