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Paddy Pimblett mocks Renato Moicano after UFC 311 title fight loss: ‘You tapped after like 2 seconds’

Polarizing lightweight contender, Paddy Pimblett has poked fun at arch-rival, Renato Moicano following his one-sided submission loss at UFC 311 over the weekend in a short-notice pairing with champion, Islam Makhachev — claiming he would choke the Brazilian out if they ever fought.

Taking headlining honors on just a day’s notice at UFC 311 over the weekend, Brasilia fan-favorite, Moicano dropped a dominant opening round D’Arce choke submission loss to pound-for-pound number one, Makhachev in an impromptu title pairing.

Islam Makhachev retains title, submits Renato Moicano with quick D'Arce choke - UFC 311 Highlights
Islam Makhachev retains title, submits Renato Moicano with quick D'Arce choke - UFC 311 Highlights

Initially scheduled to take on veteran contender, Beneil Dariush in a main card showdown, Moicano replaced an injury-stricken, Arman Tsarukyan who suffered a back injury whilst cutting weight in the early hours of Friday morning.