Ian Machado Garry contends with UFC 330 title fight loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Ian Machado Garry faced Islam Makhachev in a welterweight title bout at UFC 330 on August 16, 2026, held at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The fight ended in a unanimous decision against Garry, marking his second loss in MMA. Despite this setback, Garry remains confident in his future prospects at 28 years old, believing he can return to title contention. Potential opponents include Michael Morales, Kamaru Usman, or Jack Della Maddalena, depending on Morales' next fight plans.
- •Garry's record now stands at 17-2 in MMA and 10-2 in UFC.
- •Makhachev improves to 29-1 in MMA with this victory.
- •The bout featured a unanimous decision, emphasizing Garry's tough contest.
- •Garry expressed confidence in his potential for growth despite the loss.
- •Possible future fights include matchups with Morales, Usman, or Della Maddalena.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Ian Machado Garry after UFC 330 loss?
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