Paddy Pimblett's live reaction to Renato Moicano tapping out against Islam Makhachev sparks mixed reactions: "That squeeze is lethal he almost died"

MMA fans around the world have had conflicting opinions over Paddy Pimblett's evaluation of Renato Moicano surrendering to Islam Makhachev's choke. Many chastised Pimblett for his remarks, pointing out that because Makhachev's submission move was so tight, even he would have tapped.

Moicano had the opportunity of a lifetime when he challenged Makhachev for the lightweight title in the main event of UFC 311 this past weekend. The Dagestani fighter was previously slated to face Arman Tsarukyan.

However, Tsarukyan withdrew from the bout before the event due to a back injury. Moicano, who was scheduled to face Beneil Dariush on the same night, jumped for a title fight at short notice.

Unfortunately, Moicano's plans were derailed when Makhachev submitted him via D'Arce choke in the opening round to make his fourth title defense. Pimblett posted his reaction on social media and was unhappy with the Brazilian for tapping out.

Championship Rounds, a combat sports news outlet, took to X to share the Brit's comments, which read:

“You f***ing tapped that quick Renato? Go asleep lad. Go out on your shield. I f***ing hate that.”

Check out the post below:

Fans soon rushed to the comments section to share their reaction.

One fan wrote:

''I don’t blame Moicano that squeeze is lethal he almost died''

Another one stated:

''If there’s a zero percent chance of getting out and you can avoid a major injury, tapping is not that bad. I can’t blame Moicano on that one.''

Other fans wrote:

''Bro taking it easy climbing the ladder at his pace. Don’t think Paddy would of accepted the fight against Islam 1 days notice.''

''He's only saying what he's saying to justify why he was tryna choke the other dude he sparred with lol foh you don't get browning points for going out if you can't even escape the hold''

Check out more reactions below:

Fan reactions [Screenshots courtesy: @ChampRDS on X]

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Renato Moicano feels disappointed after losing to Islam Makhachev at UFC 311

Renato Moicano was submitted in the opening round during his title bid against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311.

During the post-fight octagon interview with Joe Rogan, Moicano discussed his lackluster performance, saying:

''That wasn’t a one day notice. That was a life notice. I’m very sad. I spent my whole life for this moment and I tapped in the first round...I had so much to say but that’s not the right time. I’m not done.''

Check out Renato Moicano's comments below: