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Islam Makhachev retains title at UFC 330, Edson Barboza retires

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Islam Makhachev retains title at UFC 330, Edson Barboza retires

Summary

UFC 330 took place on August 15, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Islam Makhachev successfully defended his Welterweight title, defeating Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision after five rounds of competitive action. In the co-main event, Mackenzie Dern defended her women’s Strawweight title against Gillian Robertson, showcasing dominance throughout their bout. Edson Barboza announced his retirement from MMA following a second-round TKO defeat against Esteban Ribovics, marking the end of his 16-year career with the promotion amid a four-fight losing streak.

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By the Numbers

•Islam Makhachev retains Welterweight title via unanimous decision.
•Mackenzie Dern successfully defends women’s Strawweight title.
•Barboza retires after 16 years with UFC.
•Makhachev breaks Anderson Silva's record for consecutive wins.

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UFC 330 went down last night (Sat., Aug. 15, 2026) inside Xfinity Mobile Arena in Phladielpgha, PA., which saw Islam Makhachev retain his Welterweight title by defeating Ian Machado Garry via unanimous decision after rife rounds of competitive action (highlights here). In the co-main event, Mackenzie Dern defended her women’s Strawweight title for the first […]
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