Just down the road from Pimblett’s gym is a mural of former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson holding the Premier League and Champions League trophies he won during his distinguished career at the club.
Henderson is known for his leadership, work ethic and ability to lead by example – all traits which Pimblett has developed as a fighter.
Rimmer refers to Pimblett as a “fourth coach” at the gym, alongside himself, Ellis Hampson and Adam Cullen.
“A lot of gyms aren’t teams. They’re not all there for the benefit of each other. Some of them are just there for themselves,” says Rimmer.
“But Paddy isn’t one of them guys. He’s coaching youths who have their first fight coming up while he’s got his big fight coming up against Gaethje.”
Pimblett is a star attraction at Next Generation, with Rimmer noting “we’ve had kids coming in with his haircut for years”, but leaves his ego at the door.
It mirrors Pimblett’s fight-night routine, where as soon as he steps inside the octagon, the showmanship and charisma disappear to be replaced by focus and maturity.