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Dana White critiques Ian Machado Garry after UFC 330 performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:27 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Dana White critiques Ian Machado Garry after UFC 330 performance

Summary

Dana White expressed strong criticism of Ian Machado Garry following his unanimous decision loss to Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 330. White highlighted Garry's respect towards Makhachev during the fight, particularly in the fifth round, where he felt Garry should have displayed more aggression. This is not the first time White has voiced displeasure about Garry's performance, reflecting a perceived need for the fighter to regain favor with UFC management. Looking ahead, Garry must take on top welterweight contenders to restore his status after this title shot opportunity.

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By the Numbers

•Dana White criticizes Garry's fifth round approach against Makhachev.
•Garry lost the UFC welterweight title fight at UFC 330.
•White suggests Garry needs to regain UFC favor.
•Garry's record stands at 10-2 in the UFC.

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7:27 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White Goes on Another Long Rant About Ian Machado Garry

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UFC president Dana White went on another long rant about Ian Machado Garry following his performance in the main event of UFC 330. Machado Garry had a chance to win the UFC welterweight title against Islam Makhachev in the UFC 330 main event, but he came up short as Makhachev won a competitive unanimous decision. […] The post Dana White Goes on Another Long Rant About Ian Machado Garry appeared first on HEAVY.
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