Tom Aspinall predicts Makhachev will retain title against Garry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 5:29 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
At UFC 330, welterweight champion Islam Makhachev defends his title against No. 2 contender Ian Machado Garry. This match marks Makhachev's first title defense. Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall shared his thoughts, stating that Garry's style presents significant challenges, but he believes Makhachev will ultimately prevail. Aspinall emphasized Makhachev's skills, experience, and current prime as factors for his expected victory.
- •Makhachev defends his title for the first time at UFC 330.
- •Aspinall highlights Garry's unique striking abilities.
- •The event takes place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
- •Aspinall remains confident in Makhachev's capabilities despite tough matchup.
- 5:29 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Aspinall gives his Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry prediction
"The top pound-for-pound fighter in the world, welterweight champion Islam Makhachev, puts his title on the line in the UFC 330 main event against No. 2 ranked contender Ian Machado Garry. It will be Makhachev's first title defense and heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall believes it will be one of his ...
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