Ian Machado Garry secures UFC title shot with win over Belal Muhammad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Ian Machado Garry earned a title shot against Islam Makhachev after defeating Belal Muhammad at UFC Fight Night 265 in November. Garry's victory set up a headline fight on the UFC 330 card scheduled for August 15 in Philadelphia. The matchup will see Garry challenge for the championship, solidifying his status within the division. Garry's fight against Muhammad has been highlighted as a significant moment in his career.
- •Ian Machado Garry defeated Belal Muhammad at UFC Fight Night 265 last November.
- •Garry will fight Islam Makhachev for the title on August 15.
- •The UFC 330 event is set to take place in Philadelphia.
- 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Watch Ian Machado Garry defeat Belal Muhammad to earn UFC 330 title shot | Fight Video
"Rewatch the fight between Ian Machado Garry and Belal Muhammad before Machado Garry's title fight against Islam Makhachev.
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