Just days before his fight at UFC 313, King Green reflected on his disappointing loss to Paddy Pimblett which occurred at UFC 304 last July. In a candid discussion with reporters Wednesday, Green expressed his frustration over the quick submission he faced in what he termed a heated rivalry, especially as it unfolded in Pimblett’s home territory.
Throughout the encounter, Green was visibly annoyed that he could not emerge victorious after putting everything on the line. He stated, “I ain’t going to lie, bro. I’m going to keep this sh*t real with you – that sh*t hurt real bad because we were so (heated). I had to go all the way over to his pond and deal with all the craziness.” This loss, he claimed, felt akin to losing a Super Bowl, highlighting the emotional weight he carried following the fight.
Green elaborated on the circumstances leading to his submission defeat, describing it as a “costly mistake.” He likened the incident to a blooper reel, explaining, “You ever heard of a blooper? Like a blooper reel when some guy slips on a banana peel and then he falls into a bucket, like some stupid sh*t like that?” He recalled how a miscalculation during the fight resulted in his downfall. “I went to go punch him, and he kicked my leg, and then I kind of slipped. I went down, so people were like, ‘Why did you shoot on him?’ I’m like, ‘Nah, I was already down there. I kind of just fell into it.’” Green felt that this moment of inattention allowed Pimblett to capitalise on his mistake, leading to his swift submission.
Scheduled to face another emerging talent, Mauricio Ruffy, at UFC 313, Green is eager to rebound from his setback. He acknowledged that learning from experiences like his fight against Pimblett is important for progression within the sport. “Sometimes you f*cking go for the best, and sometimes you fall a little short,” he added, demonstrating a reflective outlook on his career.
The anticipation for UFC 313 continues to build as Green prepares for his match against Ruffy, which is set to take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Fans and analysts alike await to see how Green responds after his previous loss and whether he can regain his footing in the competitive lightweight division of the UFC.
In the ever-evolving landscape of mixed martial arts, Green’s journey serves as a reminder of the sport’s unpredictable nature and the pivotal role of resilience. With UFC 313 on the horizon, he hopes to turn the page and showcase his true potential in the octagon.
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