Belal Muhammad comments on Ian Machado Garry's UFC 330 performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Belal Muhammad criticized Ian Machado Garry for lacking killer instinct during his loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330. Muhammad noted that Garry missed opportunities to assert himself in the fight, particularly in the final round, where he felt Garry should have been more aggressive. Muhammad believes Garry's mindset needs to change to succeed in future bouts, especially given his upcoming fight against Morales. UFC president Dana White echoed Muhammad's sentiments about Garry's performance in the title match.
- •Ian Machado Garry lost to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330.
- •Belal Muhammad criticized Garry for being too passive in the fight.
- •Garry is scheduled to face Morales next.
- •UFC president Dana White shared similar concerns about Garry's performance.
- •Muhammad believes Garry needs a mindset shift to capitalize on future opportunities.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Belal Muhammad on Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330: 'What's with this hugging?'
"Belal Muhammad agrees with Dana White that Ian Machado Garry lacked killer instinct at UFC 330.
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