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Ian Garry predicts win against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 3:32 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Ian Garry predicts win against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330

Summary

Ian Garry anticipates a victory over Islam Makhachev at UFC 330, scheduled for August 15 in Philadelphia. The welterweight contender is predicting not just a win, but also the round and method of finish. Former heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier comments that Garry's confidence may be misguided, warning that it could lead to a poor outcome. Cormier advises Garry to focus on winning rather than calling his shot. Makhachev, currently the top-ranked pound-for-pound fighter, holds a record of 28-1.

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By the Numbers

•UFC 330 takes place on August 15 in Philadelphia.
•Ian Garry holds a record of 17-1.
•Islam Makhachev is ranked No. 1 in UFC pound-for-pound rankings.
•Daniel Cormier cautions Garry's overconfidence may backfire.
•Garry seeks a definitive win to avoid post-fight excuses.

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3:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Misguided’ Ian Garry setting himself up for a ‘very bad night’ at UFC 330 with arrogant shot-calling against Islam

What they're saying

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Ian Garry is so confident that he’ll defeat Islam Makhachev at UFC 330, the top-ranked welterweight contender is even predicting the round and method of finish (see his called shot here). Garry (17-1) is afraid that an early finish or flash knockout might cheapen his victory or prompt an avalanche of post-fight excuses. Former UFC […]
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