Ian Machado Garry challenges Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 in August
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Ian Machado Garry will face Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 330 on August 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Garry, holding a record of 17-1, is confident he can overcome Makhachev, who is the reigning welterweight champion and is riding a 16-fight winning streak. Garry believes he can compete effectively in Makhachev's strongest areas and argues that his unique combination of attributes will present challenges for the champion. This fight marks Garry's first title shot, creating significant anticipation leading up to the event.
- •Garry holds a professional record of 17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC.
- •Makhachev is currently on a 16-fight winning streak.
- •Fight scheduled for August 15 in Philadelphia.
- •Garry aims to prove himself in grappling and striking against Makhachev.
- •This will be Garry's first title shot in UFC.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Ian Machado Garry: I'll bounce Islam Makhachev 'on his skull' at UFC 330
"Ian Machado Garry insists he can beat Islam Makhachev "in his own world" ahead of their UFC 330 title fight.
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