Islam Makhachev targets title defense and record at UFC 330
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:28 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Islam Makhachev will defend his welterweight title for the first time against Ian Garry at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia. Makhachev, who surpassed Khabib Nurmagomedov's achievements, stated he has no plans for early retirement, aiming to extend his winning streak and challenge Anderson Silva's record of 17 consecutive wins. His comments followed Nurmagomedov's earlier suggestion that Makhachev may have limited fights left, but the reigning champion is focused on solidifying his legacy. Makhachev expressed his ambition to not only be recognized as the best fighter currently but to be the greatest in history.
- •Makhachev faces Ian Garry at UFC 330 on August 15.
- •He aims to break Anderson Silva's record for consecutive wins.
- •Makhachev rejects the idea of early retirement.
- •He has already surpassed Khabib Nurmagomedov's accomplishments.
- 5:28 AMYahoo Sports — Islam Makhachev rejects Khabib Retirement path, eyes more UFC wins
"Islam Makhachev has no intention of following Khabib Nurmagomedov's footsteps and retiring early.
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