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Ian Garry targets UFC title fight against Islam Makhachev on August 15

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Ian Garry targets UFC title fight against Islam Makhachev on August 15
Summary

Ian Garry is set to face Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 330 on August 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Garry aims to become the most victorious Irish fighter in UFC history by earning his 11th win, surpassing Conor McGregor's current record of 10 wins. The 28-year-old has expressed a desire to rejuvenate Irish MMA and bring UFC events back to Ireland, asserting his role as the sport's 'next superstar'. McGregor will also compete at UFC 329 ahead of Garry's championship opportunity.

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  • •Ian Garry fights Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on August 15.
  • •Garry seeks to surpass Conor McGregor's UFC win record.
  • •Both fighters currently have 10 wins in the UFC.
  • •Garry aims to bring UFC events back to Ireland.
  • •McGregor will compete at UFC 329 before Garry's fight.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Ian Garry: I’ll surpass Conor McGregor in Irish MMA by beating Islam Makhachev
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Ian Garry is looking to surpass his idol, Conor McGregor, as the face of Irish mixed martial arts.

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