Ian Garry challenges Islam Makhachev for welterweight title at UFC 330
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Ian Garry is set to face Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title at UFC 330 on August 15, 2026, held at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Garry aims to showcase his unique attributes against Makhachev, who has found success in wrestling. He expressed confidence in his ability to handle Makhachev’s grappling, asserting that he can counter the champion’s skills. Makhachev is making his title defense after a dominant run at lightweight, while Garry seeks to reclaim momentum after a loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov.
- •Garry holds a record of 17-1, while Makhachev is 28-1.
- •Makhachev recently moved up after a successful lightweight title reign.
- •Garry aims to defeat Makhachev at his own game in wrestling.
- •The fight is part of a major UFC event in Philadelphia.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Ian Garry vows to beat Islam Makhachev 'in his own world'
"Ian Garry wants to prove a point against Islam Makhachev.
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