Islam Makhachev retains welterweight title at UFC 330 against Ian Machado Garry

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Islam Makhachev retains welterweight title at UFC 330 against Ian Machado Garry
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Islam Makhachev defeated Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, 2026. Makhachev secured victory with scores of 49-46, 49-46, and 48-47, in a fight where Garry pushed him but failed to capitalize on opportunities in the final round. UFC President Dana White criticized Garry for his conduct before the fifth round, suggesting it may have cost him the chance to claim the title. This fight marked Makhachev's successful title defense, closing a card that also saw Edson Barboza's retirement and Mackenzie Dern's first strawweight title defense.

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  • Makhachev retains the UFC welterweight title.
  • Fight ended with judges' scores of 49-46, 49-46, and 48-47.
  • Makhachev overcame seven takedown attempts by Garry.
  • UFC 330 took place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
  • This match highlighted Garry's need for more aggression in key moments.
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Islam Makhachev beat Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision at UFC 330 in Philadelphia to retain the welterweight title, on scores of 49-46, 49-46 and 48-47.

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