Islam Makhachev retains title at UFC 330 against Ian Machado Garry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 4:23 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Islam Makhachev successfully defended his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330, held in Philadelphia. The match ended with Makhachev winning by unanimous decision, marking his historic 17th consecutive octagon win. Fighters and analysts reacted to the fight, noting Makhachev's performance and the challenges posed by Garry. Discussions in the MMA community now focus on who might be next to challenge Makhachev's reign.
- •Makhachev won by unanimous decision with scores of 49-46, 49-46, 48-47.
- •This fight took place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
- •Makhachev's win extends his record to 17 consecutive octagon appearances.
- •Reactions from the MMA community highlighted both fighters' performances.
- •Questions arise about who can challenge Makhachev next.
- 4:23 AMYahoo Sports — 'He looked human': Fighters react to Islam Makhachev's historic UFC 330 title defense
"The MMA community reacted to Islam Makhachev's record-setting title defense over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
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