Pimblett's Gum Shield Message for UFC 392
Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett will have a powerful mental health message on his gumshield for his UFC 392 fight against French lightweight Benoit Saint-Denis. A video posted to TikTok by mouthguard specialist Julian Viraye revealed that the message 'Men Speak Up' will be displayed in the middle of the gumshield, alongside a tribute to his friend Rikki Warnick and 'Justice for the 97'.
Fight Details and UK Broadcast
Pimblett steps into the Octagon at UFC 392 looking to return to winning ways after his defeat to Justin Gaethje at UFC 324. For UK fans, the pay-per-view event is broadcast on TNT Sports Box Office, with the main card starting at 2:00 AM BST on Sunday morning. Pimblett's cage walk is expected around 3:30 AM BST, depending on the length of preceding fights.
Mental Health Advocacy
The UFC lightweight fighter has extensively used his platform to champion men's mental health awareness. He famously dedicated an emotional victory to close friend Rikki, who died by suicide just hours before a bout at UFC London in 2022. Following that win, Pimblett delivered a raw post-fight interview urging men to break the stigma around vulnerability, declaring he would rather have a friend cry on his shoulder than attend their funeral.
Challenging Stereotypes
Pimblett's emotional openness has challenged traditional hyper-masculine stereotypes in mixed martial arts, showing that vulnerability does not diminish strength. The 31-year-old has also been open about his own struggles with depression, admitting he would frequently wake up crying during intense training periods, and emphasizing that even tough individuals can suffer internally.
Charitable Work
Pimblett established 'The Baddy Foundation' to support critical social issues, including food insecurity programs and expanding local mental health services. His continued advocacy underscores his commitment to using his platform for positive change.
