Paddy Pimblett Submits Benoît Saint-Denis in One Minute at UFC 329

UFC 329 concluded early Sunday morning with dramatic finishes and unexpected outcomes. The event was marked by Conor McGregor's injury, which forced a stoppage just one minute into his fight after multiple knockdowns. Despite McGregor's setback, the card featured several notable finishes and a judges' decision in a highly competitive lineup.

Paddy Pimblett (24-4) delivered a stunning performance by submitting Benoît Saint-Denis (17-4) with a D'Arce choke in the first round. Saint-Denis attempted an early takedown, but Pimblett quickly locked in the choke, tightening it until Saint-Denis passed out, prompting referee Mark Goddard to stop the fight. This victory marked Pimblett's return to winning form after a loss to Justin Gaethje, while Saint-Denis suffered his first defeat after four consecutive wins.

Mario Bautista (18-3) defeated Cory Sandhagen (18-7) by unanimous decision after a tough battle. A key moment came in the first round when Bautista applied a soleus stretch that injured Sandhagen's leg. Although Sandhagen rebounded with a strong second round, Bautista dominated the final round to secure the win. This was Bautista's second consecutive victory, while Sandhagen experienced his third loss in four fights.

Brandon Royval (18-9) submitted Loni Harvath (10-2) with a rear-naked choke, and King Greene (38-15-1) knocked out Terence McKinney (18-9), adding to the event's series of decisive finishes.

UFC 329 showcased a mix of thrilling submissions, knockouts, and a significant injury that overshadowed the event but also highlighted emerging talents and competitive matchups.