Usman Nurmagomedov praises Ian Machado Garry ahead of UFC 330
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov expressed confidence that Islam Makhachev will be prepared for Ian Machado Garry in their upcoming UFC 330 title fight on August 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Although Nurmagomedov believes Makhachev can secure the win, he acknowledges Garry's potential to pose challenges due to his wrestling and grappling difficulties. Makhachev, looking to extend his record for consecutive octagon victories, will put his welterweight title on the line against Garry. Nurmagomedov, set to defend his PFL lightweight title earlier on July 25, is supportive of Makhachev's title aspirations.
- •Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry on August 15.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov is Makhachev's main training partner and supports his preparation.
- •Nurmagomedov emphasizes Garry’s capability but believes Makhachev will be ready.
- •Makhachev seeks to secure his place in history with a 17th straight octagon victory.
- •Nurmagomedov defends his PFL lightweight title on July 25 against Archie Colgan.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Usman Nurmagomedov: Ian Machado Garry can test Islam Makhachev at UFC 330
"Islam Makhachev's closest teammate Usman Nurmagomedov admits Ian Machado Garry is not to be taken lightly at UFC 330.
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