Sean O'Malley backs Machado Garry for upset against Makhachev at UFC 330
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:50 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Sean O'Malley expressed confidence in Machado Garry ahead of his UFC 330 fight against welterweight champion Islam Makhachev, scheduled for August 15 in Philadelphia. O'Malley believes Garry, despite being a significant underdog, possesses the skills and confidence to compete at a high level. Makhachev seeks to extend his win streak but comes off a controversial title defense where fans criticized his fighting style. O'Malley warns that if Makhachev fails to engage more effectively, it could impact his legacy in the sport.
- •Machado Garry aims to upset Islam Makhachev at UFC 330.
- •The fight takes place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
- •O'Malley cites Garry's size, confidence, and movement as advantages.
- •Makhachev is looking to establish a record for consecutive wins.
- •Fan reactions to Makhachev's previous fight may affect his performance.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Sean O'Malley: Machado Garry 'that f*cking good,' upsets Makhachev
"Sean O'Malley thinks the string of upsets continues at UFC 330.
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