Dana White criticizes Ian Garry's mindset after UFC 330 loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Dana White expressed concerns over Ian Garry's mindset following his decision loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on August 15, 2026, in Philadelphia. Although Garry performed well, showcasing strong takedown defense, White argued that Garry's lack of aggressiveness in the final round hindered his chances for an upset. Garry's cordial approach throughout the fight raised questions, as White believes a more aggressive attitude was necessary to secure victory. Despite his performance, Garry's overall striking volume fell short, impacting the judges' scoring, with Makhachev winning three of the first four rounds on two scorecards.
- •Ian Garry lost a decision to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330.
- •Dana White criticized Garry's lack of killer instinct.
- •Garry showed strong takedown defense but low striking volume.
- •Makhachev won three of the first four rounds on two judges' scorecards.
- •Fight took place on August 15, 2026, in Philadelphia.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — It drives me crazy! – Dana White slams Ian Garry’s ‘classy’ mindset at UFC 330
"Dana White questioned Ian Garry’s killer instinct in the fifth round, but was that really what cost him the fight?
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