1 hr. ago
Javier Mendez doesn't see Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry continuing the Dagestan vs. Ireland rivalry.
Welterweight champion Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) makes his first ***** le defense against Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry has called his fight against Makhachev Ireland vs. Dagestan 2, referring to Conor McGregor's bad blood with Khabib Nurmagomedov. Things got so personal with McGregor and Nurmagomedov, that Nurmagomedov jumped McGregor's corner immediately after choking him out at UFC 229.
Mendez says you can't compare the two fights.
"There are zero similarities to Conor vs. Khabib," Mendez said in an interview with NewBettingSites. "Unless Ian starts disrespecting family and religion or country, but I don't see him doing that or Islam doing it either. It's a fight between them, and I feel like if they want to include me and Khabib that's fine. We are fair game, we are trainers and part of the team. They should leave everyone else alone though."
#garry #conor
Welterweight champion Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) makes his first ***** le defense against Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry has called his fight against Makhachev Ireland vs. Dagestan 2, referring to Conor McGregor's bad blood with Khabib Nurmagomedov. Things got so personal with McGregor and Nurmagomedov, that Nurmagomedov jumped McGregor's corner immediately after choking him out at UFC 229.
Mendez says you can't compare the two fights.
"There are zero similarities to Conor vs. Khabib," Mendez said in an interview with NewBettingSites. "Unless Ian starts disrespecting family and religion or country, but I don't see him doing that or Islam doing it either. It's a fight between them, and I feel like if they want to include me and Khabib that's fine. We are fair game, we are trainers and part of the team. They should leave everyone else alone though."
#garry #conor
5 hours ago
NEW DELHI: West Indies captain Roston Chase said his team's 90-run victory over Pakistan in the opening Test was a tribute to legendary all-rounder Garry Sobers, with the players determined to honour the cricket great. Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the game's history, passed away on July 17 at the age of 89. Tuesday marked what would have been his 90th birthday.
Following West Indies' victory at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Chase revealed that the team had spoken about Sobers before the match.
"We wanted to make him proud and had a chat about it before the match. I hope he is smiling down on us."
Chase also thanked the fans who turned up to support the home side.
"I also want to thank the Trinidad crowd for coming out and supporting us. It was not a big crowd, but it gave us enough energy and support to go out there and perform," Chase said.
The win handed West Indies a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series.
West Indies entered the Pakistan series after a 1-0 Test series victory over Sri Lanka, and Chase said the team's recent performances were the result of months of hard work.
"I think these two teams that we've played, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, they're closer to us in the rankings. I don't want to say they're teams we should beat, but I think it's a more even contest between us."
He further said, "The guys are confident and over the last few months we've been putting in some extra hard work. We had a camp as well before the Sri Lanka series and I think that really helped us become closer as a unit and also work on our weaknesses and improve our strengths as well. So I think that this is the upliftment of that practice and camp."
Fast bowlers dominated throughout the match at Tarouba, with all 40 wickets falling to seam bowling.
Justin Greaves starred with 5/27 in Pakistan's first innings, while Jayden Seales claimed 5/20 in the second innings. Together, they picked up 13 wickets.
Greaves also produced the rare achievement of bowling five successive wicket maidens in Pakistan's first innings.
Speaking about the conditions, Chase said, "I think it just goes to show that it was more friendly towards the seamers. The Pakistani spinner (Ali Usman) bowled a number of overs (13 in the first innings), he didn't get a wicket. (Jomel) Warrican bowled a few (18 across two innings), didn't get a wicket and didn't look too threatening as well. The (fast bowlers) really put the ball in the right areas and it paid off."
#west
Following West Indies' victory at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Chase revealed that the team had spoken about Sobers before the match.
"We wanted to make him proud and had a chat about it before the match. I hope he is smiling down on us."
Chase also thanked the fans who turned up to support the home side.
"I also want to thank the Trinidad crowd for coming out and supporting us. It was not a big crowd, but it gave us enough energy and support to go out there and perform," Chase said.
The win handed West Indies a 1-0 lead in the two-match Test series.
West Indies entered the Pakistan series after a 1-0 Test series victory over Sri Lanka, and Chase said the team's recent performances were the result of months of hard work.
"I think these two teams that we've played, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, they're closer to us in the rankings. I don't want to say they're teams we should beat, but I think it's a more even contest between us."
He further said, "The guys are confident and over the last few months we've been putting in some extra hard work. We had a camp as well before the Sri Lanka series and I think that really helped us become closer as a unit and also work on our weaknesses and improve our strengths as well. So I think that this is the upliftment of that practice and camp."
Fast bowlers dominated throughout the match at Tarouba, with all 40 wickets falling to seam bowling.
Justin Greaves starred with 5/27 in Pakistan's first innings, while Jayden Seales claimed 5/20 in the second innings. Together, they picked up 13 wickets.
Greaves also produced the rare achievement of bowling five successive wicket maidens in Pakistan's first innings.
Speaking about the conditions, Chase said, "I think it just goes to show that it was more friendly towards the seamers. The Pakistani spinner (Ali Usman) bowled a number of overs (13 in the first innings), he didn't get a wicket. (Jomel) Warrican bowled a few (18 across two innings), didn't get a wicket and didn't look too threatening as well. The (fast bowlers) really put the ball in the right areas and it paid off."
#west
1 day ago
Chris Weidman sees welterweight champion Islam Makhachev frustrating Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) makes his first ****** le defense against Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) in the Aug. 15 main event at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+). Makhachev claimed the welterweight ****** le at UFC 322 by taking down Jack Della Maddalena four times and controlling him for more than 19 minutes.
"I think this is going to be a really stressful fight for Ian Garry," Weidman said on "Deep Waters." "I don't think he's going to be as comfortable because he's going to be sh*tting his pants about the takedown because he sees how good Islam is on the ground, and Islam is going to throw hard on the feet, too."
Machado Garry has been criticized for his fighting style, which Weidman believes will benefit him against Makhachev.
"The best thing that he's got going for him is that he's not afraid to have a boring fight," Weidman said of Machado Garry. "He's not afraid to use footwork, run non-stop. He has no problem running from you the whole ****** time."
#makhachev #think
Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) makes his first ****** le defense against Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) in the Aug. 15 main event at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+). Makhachev claimed the welterweight ****** le at UFC 322 by taking down Jack Della Maddalena four times and controlling him for more than 19 minutes.
"I think this is going to be a really stressful fight for Ian Garry," Weidman said on "Deep Waters." "I don't think he's going to be as comfortable because he's going to be sh*tting his pants about the takedown because he sees how good Islam is on the ground, and Islam is going to throw hard on the feet, too."
Machado Garry has been criticized for his fighting style, which Weidman believes will benefit him against Makhachev.
"The best thing that he's got going for him is that he's not afraid to have a boring fight," Weidman said of Machado Garry. "He's not afraid to use footwork, run non-stop. He has no problem running from you the whole ****** time."
#makhachev #think
2 days ago
IslamMakhachev believes he already knows Ian Garry'sstrategy for their upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship ****** le clash.
The reigning welterweight champion's first ****** le defense will beagainst Garry at UFC330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia and theRussian says he has spent his entire training camp preparing forhis Irish counterpart's evasive, movement-heavy fighting style.
Ahead of his ****** le defense, Makhachev broke down the matchup andGarry's skill set. The former lightweight champ claims he'sprepared to chase "The Future" in their upcoming bout, given howthe latter has mostly fought on the back foot.
"His skills: I just have to run in this camp too much because Ihave to follow him," Makhachev told MMA Fighting. "He runs toomuch. I know his game plan. We always see his fights. He has thesame style always. I will try to catch him, take him down, justwhat I did with my old opponents."
Garry has trained alongside former UFC lightweight championCharles"Do Bronxs" Oliveira, who fought Makhachev for the 155-poundtitle in 2022. However, Makhachev doesn't believe his formeropponent has much advice to offer, especially considering he madelight work of the Brazilian, submitting him in the second round oftheir clash.
"Charles is going to teach him how to tap fast. That's it,"Makhachev added.
#makhachev #title #clash
The reigning welterweight champion's first ****** le defense will beagainst Garry at UFC330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia and theRussian says he has spent his entire training camp preparing forhis Irish counterpart's evasive, movement-heavy fighting style.
Ahead of his ****** le defense, Makhachev broke down the matchup andGarry's skill set. The former lightweight champ claims he'sprepared to chase "The Future" in their upcoming bout, given howthe latter has mostly fought on the back foot.
"His skills: I just have to run in this camp too much because Ihave to follow him," Makhachev told MMA Fighting. "He runs toomuch. I know his game plan. We always see his fights. He has thesame style always. I will try to catch him, take him down, justwhat I did with my old opponents."
Garry has trained alongside former UFC lightweight championCharles"Do Bronxs" Oliveira, who fought Makhachev for the 155-poundtitle in 2022. However, Makhachev doesn't believe his formeropponent has much advice to offer, especially considering he madelight work of the Brazilian, submitting him in the second round oftheir clash.
"Charles is going to teach him how to tap fast. That's it,"Makhachev added.
#makhachev #title #clash
6 days ago
Javier Mendez detailed Islam Makhachev's preparation for his upcoming welterweight ***** le bout against Ian Machado Garry. The bout will headline UFC 330, marking Makhachev's first welterweight ***** le defense.
Mendez, Makhachev's longtime coach at AKA, believes his pupil has the correct strategy to defeat Machado Garry. The Dagestani, who is known for his grappling ability, can also hold his own on the feet, making him a well-rounded fighter. Although he does not have a training partner that can replicate the Irishman's fighting style, he benefits from training with Usman Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov, the current PFL lightweight champion, is also preparing for his fight at PFL New York. As a result, he and Makhachev can maximize their training sessions while preparing for their respective bouts.
"We don't have somebody [like Machado Garry] at our disposal that is that good. But, we do have who I happen to believe is the No.1 lightweight in the world, Usman, as a main sparring partner," Mendez exclusively told Heavy Sports via NewBettingSites.uk.
Javier Mendez also revealed how Usman Nurmagomedov has helped Islam Makhachev during his training camp. Mendez stressed the importance of Makhachev's timing, particularly when throwing strikes.
#training
Mendez, Makhachev's longtime coach at AKA, believes his pupil has the correct strategy to defeat Machado Garry. The Dagestani, who is known for his grappling ability, can also hold his own on the feet, making him a well-rounded fighter. Although he does not have a training partner that can replicate the Irishman's fighting style, he benefits from training with Usman Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov, the current PFL lightweight champion, is also preparing for his fight at PFL New York. As a result, he and Makhachev can maximize their training sessions while preparing for their respective bouts.
"We don't have somebody [like Machado Garry] at our disposal that is that good. But, we do have who I happen to believe is the No.1 lightweight in the world, Usman, as a main sparring partner," Mendez exclusively told Heavy Sports via NewBettingSites.uk.
Javier Mendez also revealed how Usman Nurmagomedov has helped Islam Makhachev during his training camp. Mendez stressed the importance of Makhachev's timing, particularly when throwing strikes.
#training
6 days ago
Javier Mendez detailed Islam Makhachev's preparation for his upcoming welterweight **** le bout against Ian Machado Garry. The bout will headline UFC 330, marking Makhachev's first welterweight **** le defense.
Mendez, Makhachev's longtime coach at AKA, believes his pupil has the correct strategy to defeat Machado Garry. The Dagestani, who is known for his grappling ability, can also hold his own on the feet, making him a well-rounded fighter. Although he does not have a training partner that can replicate the Irishman's fighting style, he benefits from training with Usman Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov, the current PFL lightweight champion, is also preparing for his fight at PFL New York. As a result, he and Makhachev can maximize their training sessions while preparing for their respective bouts.
"We don't have somebody [like Machado Garry] at our disposal that is that good. But, we do have who I happen to believe is the No.1 lightweight in the world, Usman, as a main sparring partner," Mendez exclusively told Heavy Sports via NewBettingSites.uk.
Javier Mendez also revealed how Usman Nurmagomedov has helped Islam Makhachev during his training camp. Mendez stressed the importance of Makhachev's timing, particularly when throwing strikes.
#welterweight
Mendez, Makhachev's longtime coach at AKA, believes his pupil has the correct strategy to defeat Machado Garry. The Dagestani, who is known for his grappling ability, can also hold his own on the feet, making him a well-rounded fighter. Although he does not have a training partner that can replicate the Irishman's fighting style, he benefits from training with Usman Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov, the current PFL lightweight champion, is also preparing for his fight at PFL New York. As a result, he and Makhachev can maximize their training sessions while preparing for their respective bouts.
"We don't have somebody [like Machado Garry] at our disposal that is that good. But, we do have who I happen to believe is the No.1 lightweight in the world, Usman, as a main sparring partner," Mendez exclusively told Heavy Sports via NewBettingSites.uk.
Javier Mendez also revealed how Usman Nurmagomedov has helped Islam Makhachev during his training camp. Mendez stressed the importance of Makhachev's timing, particularly when throwing strikes.
#welterweight
6 days ago
Ian Machado Garry has said he is “already thinking” about whom to defend the UFC welterweight ***** le against – before even fighting for the belt.
On 15 August, the Irishman will challenge champion Islam Makhachev, as the pair headline UFC 330 in Philadelphia.
The bout marks Makhachev’s first defence of the belt, although he broke the record for most lightweight-title defences before moving up to welterweight in November.
When it came time to challenge for the welterweight strap, Makhachev employed his wrestling skillset to dominate Jack Della Maddalena and win on points at Madison Square Garden, in New York City.
The result was the Russian’s 16th win in a row since his sole professional loss, while Machado Garry also has a single defeat to his name.
#welterweight
On 15 August, the Irishman will challenge champion Islam Makhachev, as the pair headline UFC 330 in Philadelphia.
The bout marks Makhachev’s first defence of the belt, although he broke the record for most lightweight-title defences before moving up to welterweight in November.
When it came time to challenge for the welterweight strap, Makhachev employed his wrestling skillset to dominate Jack Della Maddalena and win on points at Madison Square Garden, in New York City.
The result was the Russian’s 16th win in a row since his sole professional loss, while Machado Garry also has a single defeat to his name.
#welterweight
14 days ago
Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Famer KhabibNurmagomedov believes IslamMakhachev is in for a tricky outing against IanGarry.
Makhachev (28-1) is set to defend his welterweight **** le for thefirst time against Garry (17-1) in the main event of UFC330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.Makhachev's friend and mentor, Nurmagomedov, notes that his protégéhas never faced an opponent as tall as Garry.
Nurmagomedov admits that Garry's elusive style is a difficultpuzzle to crack. "The Eagle" further notes that Makhachev, nearing35, is six years older than Garry. According to the former unbeatenlightweight champion, the stylistic threat from Garry, combinedwith the age difference, makes it a difficult matchup forMakhachev.
"We've never faced an opponent this tall - 193 cm [6'4"],"Nurmagomedov said on the "Smol Talk" podcast. "We'll have to chasehim, close the distance, grab him, and take him down. It will be adifficult fight. And Islam is almost 35. The stylistic matchup andthe age together make this a difficult fight… I expect a hardfight, **** uming we don't get an early finish. Spending five roundswith this opponent won't be easy. The training camp will bedifficult too, first because we have to find someone who canimitate him."
American Kickboxing Academy founder and head coach of theDagestani team, Javier Mendez, recently revealed that Professional Fighters League champion UsmanNurmagomedov is helping Makhachev by mimicking Garry intraining.
Garry has racked up 10 UFC wins and suffered his lone professionalloss to ShavkatRakhmonov, who is sidelined due to an injury. Meanwhile,Makhachev is undefeated in 16 straight Octagon outings, includingsix **** le fights. The latter is tied with AndersonSilva for consecutive UFC wins, and a victory at UFC 330 willsee the Dagestani set a new record.
Makhachev (28-1) is set to defend his welterweight **** le for thefirst time against Garry (17-1) in the main event of UFC330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.Makhachev's friend and mentor, Nurmagomedov, notes that his protégéhas never faced an opponent as tall as Garry.
Nurmagomedov admits that Garry's elusive style is a difficultpuzzle to crack. "The Eagle" further notes that Makhachev, nearing35, is six years older than Garry. According to the former unbeatenlightweight champion, the stylistic threat from Garry, combinedwith the age difference, makes it a difficult matchup forMakhachev.
"We've never faced an opponent this tall - 193 cm [6'4"],"Nurmagomedov said on the "Smol Talk" podcast. "We'll have to chasehim, close the distance, grab him, and take him down. It will be adifficult fight. And Islam is almost 35. The stylistic matchup andthe age together make this a difficult fight… I expect a hardfight, **** uming we don't get an early finish. Spending five roundswith this opponent won't be easy. The training camp will bedifficult too, first because we have to find someone who canimitate him."
American Kickboxing Academy founder and head coach of theDagestani team, Javier Mendez, recently revealed that Professional Fighters League champion UsmanNurmagomedov is helping Makhachev by mimicking Garry intraining.
Garry has racked up 10 UFC wins and suffered his lone professionalloss to ShavkatRakhmonov, who is sidelined due to an injury. Meanwhile,Makhachev is undefeated in 16 straight Octagon outings, includingsix **** le fights. The latter is tied with AndersonSilva for consecutive UFC wins, and a victory at UFC 330 willsee the Dagestani set a new record.
17 days ago
"Freestyle Biomechanics: The Science Behind The Strokes," a book by former University of Hawaii swimming coach Jan Prins, is now available via Amazon.
The book focuses on freestyle, but also touches on "the three other competitive strokes," said Prins, who earned a doctorate in kinesiology at Indiana in 1978 and still teaches at UH. "(It) covers … every freestyle movement from stroke pattern, body position, flutter kick, hand entry to recovery and much more."
It is the culmination of nearly 50 years of coaching, presentations, research and video workshops Prins has conducted for competitive swimmers and coaches.
"It will become a continuous shelf reference for all swimmers, especially triathletes and adults," said Garry Rodrigues, swim consultant to USA Triathlon for the 2028 Olympics.
The book focuses on freestyle, but also touches on "the three other competitive strokes," said Prins, who earned a doctorate in kinesiology at Indiana in 1978 and still teaches at UH. "(It) covers … every freestyle movement from stroke pattern, body position, flutter kick, hand entry to recovery and much more."
It is the culmination of nearly 50 years of coaching, presentations, research and video workshops Prins has conducted for competitive swimmers and coaches.
"It will become a continuous shelf reference for all swimmers, especially triathletes and adults," said Garry Rodrigues, swim consultant to USA Triathlon for the 2028 Olympics.
25 days ago
The French football federation president, Philippe Diallo, has condemned José Luis Chilavert after the former Paraguay goalkeeper said Les Bleus are "a squad from Africa".
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the racist remarks made by José Luis Chilavert against the French national team, which undermine the values of respect, fraternity, and diversity in our football," Diallo wrote in a social media post on Saturday. "If he was once a great goalkeeper, this man has now fallen into disgrace."
Related: Mbappé and France ditch 'tuxedos' to play 'dirty football' and beat Paraguay
Chilavert, one of Paraguay's most famous footballers, made the remarks in the run-up to his country's last-16 clash with France on Saturday. The 60-year-old posted a screenshot on social media of comments he attributed to former France forward Christophe Dugarry saying Paraguay did not stand a chance in the match.
"Christophe, you're right. In 1998 we faced the French and now PY will face a squad from Africa," Chilavert wrote.
"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the racist remarks made by José Luis Chilavert against the French national team, which undermine the values of respect, fraternity, and diversity in our football," Diallo wrote in a social media post on Saturday. "If he was once a great goalkeeper, this man has now fallen into disgrace."
Related: Mbappé and France ditch 'tuxedos' to play 'dirty football' and beat Paraguay
Chilavert, one of Paraguay's most famous footballers, made the remarks in the run-up to his country's last-16 clash with France on Saturday. The 60-year-old posted a screenshot on social media of comments he attributed to former France forward Christophe Dugarry saying Paraguay did not stand a chance in the match.
"Christophe, you're right. In 1998 we faced the French and now PY will face a squad from Africa," Chilavert wrote.
25 days ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 15: Islam Makhachev of Russia reacts to his win over Jack Della Maddalena of Australia in the UFC welterweight championship fight during the UFC 322 event at Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)
The next UFC ******* le fights take place at UFC 330. That event, which is scheduled for August 15 at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena, will see two UFC belts on the line. In the main event, UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry. Meanwhile, in the co-main event, Mackenzie Dern puts her strawweight ******* le on the line against Gillian Robertson. The UFC recently officially confirmed 10 fights for the upcoming fight card.
Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry
Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson
Neil Magny vs. Ramiz Brahimaj
Jalin Turner vs. Kauê Fernandes
Geoff Neal vs. Chidi Njokuani
Mansur Abdul-Malik vs. Dustin Stoltzfus
Jeremiah Wells vs. Myktybek Orolbai
Vicente Luque vs. Tresean Gore
Edson Barboza vs. Esteban Ribovics
Erin Blanchfield vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius
FORBES | By Trent Reinsmith
UFC 329: Fight Card Order Set For McGregor Vs. Holloway 2
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - OCTOBER 21: Islam Makhachev of Russia reacts after his knockout victory against Alexander Volkanovski of Australia in the UFC lightweight championship fight during the UFC 294 event at Etihad Arena on October 21, 2023 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
The next UFC ******* le fights take place at UFC 330. That event, which is scheduled for August 15 at Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena, will see two UFC belts on the line. In the main event, UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry. Meanwhile, in the co-main event, Mackenzie Dern puts her strawweight ******* le on the line against Gillian Robertson. The UFC recently officially confirmed 10 fights for the upcoming fight card.
Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry
Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson
Neil Magny vs. Ramiz Brahimaj
Jalin Turner vs. Kauê Fernandes
Geoff Neal vs. Chidi Njokuani
Mansur Abdul-Malik vs. Dustin Stoltzfus
Jeremiah Wells vs. Myktybek Orolbai
Vicente Luque vs. Tresean Gore
Edson Barboza vs. Esteban Ribovics
Erin Blanchfield vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius
FORBES | By Trent Reinsmith
UFC 329: Fight Card Order Set For McGregor Vs. Holloway 2
ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - OCTOBER 21: Islam Makhachev of Russia reacts after his knockout victory against Alexander Volkanovski of Australia in the UFC lightweight championship fight during the UFC 294 event at Etihad Arena on October 21, 2023 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
26 days ago
Ahead of Ian Garry'stitle fight against IslamMakhachev, DanielCormier has weighed in on the Irishman's mindset.
Garry is confident about beating Makhachev and recently predicted alate stoppage when they square off in the main event of UFC 330at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Aug. 15. Cormier opinedthat this approach could spell trouble for "The Future."
Cormier isn't a fan of Garry wanting to show off all his skills inevery aspect of MMA before finding a late finish. The UFC Hall ofFamer said on his YouTube channel:
"Sometimes, a person is misguided in their thoughts, and whenthey're misguided in their thoughts, they set themselves up for avery, very bad night or a bad result. I'm not saying Ian Garrycannot beat Islam Makhachev. What I'm saying is you've got to takethat as it comes. You can't try to say, 'I want to beat the No. 1pound-for-pound fighter in the world in a certain round because Idon't want it to be a fluke.' If you win, it does not matter howyou win."
The former two-division champion claims that it shouldn't matter toa fighter if others consider their victory a fluke. All thatmatters is the result, whether it comes in the opening round or thefifth. He then encouraged Garry to let go of pre-fightpredictions.
"I would encourage him to let go of the idea that you want to callyour shot, and you call your shot later in the fight so that peopledon't have an opinion of what happened. It doesn't matter whathappens if you beat the best fighter in the world across all weightclasses, pound-for-pound. It doesn't matter how you win. It onlymatters that you win. And if Ian Garry wins by a fast knockout, ifIan Garry wins by submission, or if Ian Garry wins by decision, itdoesn't matter."
Garry is a sizable betting underdog heading into the Makhachevfight. However, the last two men's championship bouts in theUltimate Fighting Championship have resulted in upsets, withSeanStrickland beating KhamzatChimaev at UFC 328and JustinGaethje defeating IliaTopuria at UFC Freedom 250.
Garry is confident about beating Makhachev and recently predicted alate stoppage when they square off in the main event of UFC 330at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Aug. 15. Cormier opinedthat this approach could spell trouble for "The Future."
Cormier isn't a fan of Garry wanting to show off all his skills inevery aspect of MMA before finding a late finish. The UFC Hall ofFamer said on his YouTube channel:
"Sometimes, a person is misguided in their thoughts, and whenthey're misguided in their thoughts, they set themselves up for avery, very bad night or a bad result. I'm not saying Ian Garrycannot beat Islam Makhachev. What I'm saying is you've got to takethat as it comes. You can't try to say, 'I want to beat the No. 1pound-for-pound fighter in the world in a certain round because Idon't want it to be a fluke.' If you win, it does not matter howyou win."
The former two-division champion claims that it shouldn't matter toa fighter if others consider their victory a fluke. All thatmatters is the result, whether it comes in the opening round or thefifth. He then encouraged Garry to let go of pre-fightpredictions.
"I would encourage him to let go of the idea that you want to callyour shot, and you call your shot later in the fight so that peopledon't have an opinion of what happened. It doesn't matter whathappens if you beat the best fighter in the world across all weightclasses, pound-for-pound. It doesn't matter how you win. It onlymatters that you win. And if Ian Garry wins by a fast knockout, ifIan Garry wins by submission, or if Ian Garry wins by decision, itdoesn't matter."
Garry is a sizable betting underdog heading into the Makhachevfight. However, the last two men's championship bouts in theUltimate Fighting Championship have resulted in upsets, withSeanStrickland beating KhamzatChimaev at UFC 328and JustinGaethje defeating IliaTopuria at UFC Freedom 250.
27 days ago
IanGarry is drawing inspiration from SeanStrickland ahead of his maiden **** le bid in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Garry (17-1) believes he can pull off an upset and emergevictorious when he takes on welterweight champion IslamMakhachev (28-1) in the main event of UFC 330at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Aug. 15. The Irishman ishigh in confidence, especially considering the last two numberedevents ended in big upsets.
Garry questions those who aren't giving him a chance againstMakhachev and points to Strickland's win over the previouslyunbeaten KhamzatChimaev at UFC328.
"If people think when Sean Strickland goes out and beats KhamzatChimaev and upsets the apple cart, and no one expected, no one cansit here and think that it's impossible that I can beat IslamMakhachev," He told Paul Browne.
"The Future" added that he's a far more well-rounded fighter thanStrickland and that the combination of his skills and intelligencewill be challenging for Makhachev to handle.
"If anything, I'm a far more dangerous threat. I'm far morecomplete and I have way, way, way more ways of winning that fight.I am the most dangerous opponent for Islam Makhachev, and it's myjob to go out and prove that. My mindset, my vision, and my fightIQ… Three things that can't be taught. You either have them or youdon't."
Garry is coming off decision wins over former champion BelalMuhammad and Carlos Prates, while Makhachev won the welterweighttitle by beating JackDella Maddalena. Furthermore, while the former is motivated byrecent underdog victories, the latter is looking to surpassAndersonSilva by breaking the record for most consecutive UFC wins.
Garry (17-1) believes he can pull off an upset and emergevictorious when he takes on welterweight champion IslamMakhachev (28-1) in the main event of UFC 330at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia on Aug. 15. The Irishman ishigh in confidence, especially considering the last two numberedevents ended in big upsets.
Garry questions those who aren't giving him a chance againstMakhachev and points to Strickland's win over the previouslyunbeaten KhamzatChimaev at UFC328.
"If people think when Sean Strickland goes out and beats KhamzatChimaev and upsets the apple cart, and no one expected, no one cansit here and think that it's impossible that I can beat IslamMakhachev," He told Paul Browne.
"The Future" added that he's a far more well-rounded fighter thanStrickland and that the combination of his skills and intelligencewill be challenging for Makhachev to handle.
"If anything, I'm a far more dangerous threat. I'm far morecomplete and I have way, way, way more ways of winning that fight.I am the most dangerous opponent for Islam Makhachev, and it's myjob to go out and prove that. My mindset, my vision, and my fightIQ… Three things that can't be taught. You either have them or youdon't."
Garry is coming off decision wins over former champion BelalMuhammad and Carlos Prates, while Makhachev won the welterweighttitle by beating JackDella Maddalena. Furthermore, while the former is motivated byrecent underdog victories, the latter is looking to surpassAndersonSilva by breaking the record for most consecutive UFC wins.
29 days ago
The challenger is calling his shot.
Once-beaten welterweight contender Ian Garry doesn't want a flash knockout or any other sort of quick-fire victory at UFC 330 , because that opens the door for post-fight excuses, like "Islam Makhachev got caught." Instead, "The Future" wants to punish the former lightweight champion en route to a fourth-round finish.
That would make Garry the UFC welterweight champion and by his estimation, the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport .
"My ideal scenario? I want a fourth-round finish," Machado Garry said on Instagram . "I don't want any early knockout because then there's ifs, buts, maybes. 'Ah, there's excuses.' I want four rounds of domination. And in that fourth round, I'm going to tell everybody: I'm going to do it now. And then I'm going to go in there and finish him. I'm going to open the door, I'm going to walk him into my traps, and I'm going to take his head clean off his shoulders."
Makhachev defends his welterweight strap in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
Once-beaten welterweight contender Ian Garry doesn't want a flash knockout or any other sort of quick-fire victory at UFC 330 , because that opens the door for post-fight excuses, like "Islam Makhachev got caught." Instead, "The Future" wants to punish the former lightweight champion en route to a fourth-round finish.
That would make Garry the UFC welterweight champion and by his estimation, the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport .
"My ideal scenario? I want a fourth-round finish," Machado Garry said on Instagram . "I don't want any early knockout because then there's ifs, buts, maybes. 'Ah, there's excuses.' I want four rounds of domination. And in that fourth round, I'm going to tell everybody: I'm going to do it now. And then I'm going to go in there and finish him. I'm going to open the door, I'm going to walk him into my traps, and I'm going to take his head clean off his shoulders."
Makhachev defends his welterweight strap in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
1 month ago
UFC ****** yst Din Thomas says Ian Machado Garry has a knack for figuring out tough styles.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges welterweight champion Islam Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry's back-to-back wins over Carlos Prates and former champion Belal Muhammad earned him his first UFC ****** le opportunity. Thomas explained why Machado Garry shouldn't be counted out.
"Ian Garry's really good, and sometimes we forget how good he is because we want to not like him, because he says things or does things," Thomas told MMA Junkie. "Or when we vilify a fighter, we tend to hang onto that, and we've done that with Ian Garry. Whatever he did in the past, we tend to hang onto that and then we also forget how good he really is. He's got great footwork. He's got a really high IQ for fighting. He doesn't make a lot of mistakes.
"He's long, he's rangy, he's got a lot of experience now. He's always been getting better along the way, and he's got wins over guys who could never be figured out. He's got a win over Michael 'Venom' Page. No one could really figure out Michael 'Venom' Page; Ian Garry's got a win over him. Carlos Prates is an absolute killer right now; Ian Garry's got a win over him. So, the fact that he's able to find ways to beat guys that ****** ody else can beat makes him a very dangerous opponent for Islam."
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges welterweight champion Islam Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry's back-to-back wins over Carlos Prates and former champion Belal Muhammad earned him his first UFC ****** le opportunity. Thomas explained why Machado Garry shouldn't be counted out.
"Ian Garry's really good, and sometimes we forget how good he is because we want to not like him, because he says things or does things," Thomas told MMA Junkie. "Or when we vilify a fighter, we tend to hang onto that, and we've done that with Ian Garry. Whatever he did in the past, we tend to hang onto that and then we also forget how good he really is. He's got great footwork. He's got a really high IQ for fighting. He doesn't make a lot of mistakes.
"He's long, he's rangy, he's got a lot of experience now. He's always been getting better along the way, and he's got wins over guys who could never be figured out. He's got a win over Michael 'Venom' Page. No one could really figure out Michael 'Venom' Page; Ian Garry's got a win over him. Carlos Prates is an absolute killer right now; Ian Garry's got a win over him. So, the fact that he's able to find ways to beat guys that ****** ody else can beat makes him a very dangerous opponent for Islam."
1 month ago
Eddie Hearn has signed Ian Machado Garry to the Matchroom Talent Agency, as a second UFC fighter joins the boxing promoter’s new venture.
Earlier this year, the mixed-martial-arts world was gripped by news that Hearn had signed UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, and in Machado Garry, Matchroom has acquired the UFC’s No 1 welterweight contender.
Machado Garry, 28, also joins England rugby-union player Henry Pollock in signing with Hearn, who is not signing these athletes to the Matchroom boxing promotion, of course, but rather a new talent agency.
Still, Aspinall’s signing proved controversial given Hearn’s bitter feud with UFC president and CEO Dana White, who kickstarted Zuffa Boxing earlier this year and even acquired Conor Benn, whom Hearn had supported through his entire boxing career – including a two-year saga in which the British fighter failed two drug tests.
Aspinall has had his own frustrations with the UFC in recent months, too, taking exception to comments made by White after Aspinall fought Ciryl Gane to a no-contest in October; the Manchester heavyweight could not continue after suffering several eye pokes, and White suggested that Aspinall had opted not to keep fighting, although the injuries eventually led to double eye surgery.
Earlier this year, the mixed-martial-arts world was gripped by news that Hearn had signed UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, and in Machado Garry, Matchroom has acquired the UFC’s No 1 welterweight contender.
Machado Garry, 28, also joins England rugby-union player Henry Pollock in signing with Hearn, who is not signing these athletes to the Matchroom boxing promotion, of course, but rather a new talent agency.
Still, Aspinall’s signing proved controversial given Hearn’s bitter feud with UFC president and CEO Dana White, who kickstarted Zuffa Boxing earlier this year and even acquired Conor Benn, whom Hearn had supported through his entire boxing career – including a two-year saga in which the British fighter failed two drug tests.
Aspinall has had his own frustrations with the UFC in recent months, too, taking exception to comments made by White after Aspinall fought Ciryl Gane to a no-contest in October; the Manchester heavyweight could not continue after suffering several eye pokes, and White suggested that Aspinall had opted not to keep fighting, although the injuries eventually led to double eye surgery.
1 month ago
Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia face each other this Saturday at the NRG Stadium of the World Cup. The match will be broadcast live at 01:00 on ITV 4.
In their last outing, Cape Verde drew 2-2 against Uruguay (World Cup 2026). In their last encounter, Saudi Arabia were beaten 4-0 by Spain (World Cup 2026).
Cape Verde ( vs Uruguay 2026-06-21): Vozinha, Steven Moreira, Diney Borges, Roberto Lopes, Sidny Cabral, Kevin Pina, Ryan Mendes, Jamiro Monteiro, Telmo Arcanjo, Garry Rodrigues, Gilson Benchimol
Saudi Arabia ( vs Spain 2026-06-21): Mohammed Al-Owais, Saud Abdulhamid, Ali Lajami, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Hassan Tambakti, Moteb Al-Harbi, Musab Al-Juwayr, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Salem Al-Dawsari, Feras Al-Buraikan
In their last outing, Cape Verde drew 2-2 against Uruguay (World Cup 2026). In their last encounter, Saudi Arabia were beaten 4-0 by Spain (World Cup 2026).
Cape Verde ( vs Uruguay 2026-06-21): Vozinha, Steven Moreira, Diney Borges, Roberto Lopes, Sidny Cabral, Kevin Pina, Ryan Mendes, Jamiro Monteiro, Telmo Arcanjo, Garry Rodrigues, Gilson Benchimol
Saudi Arabia ( vs Spain 2026-06-21): Mohammed Al-Owais, Saud Abdulhamid, Ali Lajami, Abdulelah Al-Amri, Hassan Tambakti, Moteb Al-Harbi, Musab Al-Juwayr, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Salem Al-Dawsari, Feras Al-Buraikan
1 month ago
Michael Morales didn't take too kindly to Ian Machado Garry's suggestion.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC), who challenges Islam Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the welterweight championship in the UFC 330 headliner Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, beat Morales and Carlos Prates in the ******* le race.
Instead, Machado Garry claimed Morales (19-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) should move up a division.
"If I was Michael Morales, you know what my advice would be to him? Go up to 185," Machado Garry said on "The Ariel Helwani Show." "Because you're young, you're big, you're somewhat talented. There is a lack of stars up there in the sport, and I think he could do very well there. But if he wants to stay at 170, I'll punch a hole in his head at some point."
Morales remained unbeaten when he finished top contender Sean Brady by first-round TKO at UFC 322 this past November. He fired back at Machado Garry's suggestion.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC), who challenges Islam Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the welterweight championship in the UFC 330 headliner Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, beat Morales and Carlos Prates in the ******* le race.
Instead, Machado Garry claimed Morales (19-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) should move up a division.
"If I was Michael Morales, you know what my advice would be to him? Go up to 185," Machado Garry said on "The Ariel Helwani Show." "Because you're young, you're big, you're somewhat talented. There is a lack of stars up there in the sport, and I think he could do very well there. But if he wants to stay at 170, I'll punch a hole in his head at some point."
Morales remained unbeaten when he finished top contender Sean Brady by first-round TKO at UFC 322 this past November. He fired back at Machado Garry's suggestion.
1 month ago
Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Talent Agency have added Ian Machado Garry to their roster. The next UFC welterweight **** le challenger joins heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall as only the second UFC fighter to work with the agency.
After signing Aspinall in March, Matchroom’s Hearn knew it was a matter of time before more UFC stars came knocking at his door. However, with Garry, Hearn was the one to pursue Ireland's latest superstar contender, he said. It wasn't until a few weeks ago that they put pen to paper, preceding Wednesday’s official announcement. Speaking in-studio on "The Ariel Helwani Show," Hearn explained how the deal came to be.
"We've taken our time, to be honest with you," Hearn told Uncrowned. "Because what we've done with Tom has been quite incredible, and we'll come back to that. Through that signing, we had over a dozen UFC or MMA guys come to us and say, 'How do we be a part of this? Can we get representation with you guys?'
"We're a sports agency. We're looking to represent high-profile global stars across sport and entertainment, not MMA. But of all the approaches we had, I don't even think Ian was an approach. I think I actually reached out to him because I know his team and everybody around him.
"I looked at this guy for a long time, and I love his spirit. I love his personality. He's a good, tall, good-looking guy who speaks incredibly well. I've long felt this is a guy I actually think has the attributes to be a superstar. As I learn more about the sport, how good he is, we met, we had a lot of deep conversations, talked a lot of strategy. Then of course, he finally secured the big fight, and particularly with our work in Ireland and understanding the country, the audience, how passionate they are for their own, I just felt like this was the guy we wanted to bring to the team, and I couldn't be happier."
After signing Aspinall in March, Matchroom’s Hearn knew it was a matter of time before more UFC stars came knocking at his door. However, with Garry, Hearn was the one to pursue Ireland's latest superstar contender, he said. It wasn't until a few weeks ago that they put pen to paper, preceding Wednesday’s official announcement. Speaking in-studio on "The Ariel Helwani Show," Hearn explained how the deal came to be.
"We've taken our time, to be honest with you," Hearn told Uncrowned. "Because what we've done with Tom has been quite incredible, and we'll come back to that. Through that signing, we had over a dozen UFC or MMA guys come to us and say, 'How do we be a part of this? Can we get representation with you guys?'
"We're a sports agency. We're looking to represent high-profile global stars across sport and entertainment, not MMA. But of all the approaches we had, I don't even think Ian was an approach. I think I actually reached out to him because I know his team and everybody around him.
"I looked at this guy for a long time, and I love his spirit. I love his personality. He's a good, tall, good-looking guy who speaks incredibly well. I've long felt this is a guy I actually think has the attributes to be a superstar. As I learn more about the sport, how good he is, we met, we had a lot of deep conversations, talked a lot of strategy. Then of course, he finally secured the big fight, and particularly with our work in Ireland and understanding the country, the audience, how passionate they are for their own, I just felt like this was the guy we wanted to bring to the team, and I couldn't be happier."
1 month ago
Rashad Evans sees Ian Machado Garry as a solid test for UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the welterweight ****** le in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry is a sizable underdog against former two-division UFC champ Makhachev, but Evans thinks the Irishman's ability to make reads during the fight makes things interesting.
"This is a lot better fight than I initially thought," Evans said on UFC on Paramount+. "We know that Islam has morphed into so much more than being that dominant grappler, right? His striking and his kicks, all the aspects of his game is on another level, but there's something about Ian Garry's game that I feel is hard to get past.
"I feel like one thing that Ian does really well is that he makes adjustments really good on the fly. He's a problem solver, and I feel like that gives a little issue. He's got some sneaky power, he's got some accuracy, he's got some tricky things that he does."
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the welterweight ****** le in the UFC 330 main event on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+).
Machado Garry is a sizable underdog against former two-division UFC champ Makhachev, but Evans thinks the Irishman's ability to make reads during the fight makes things interesting.
"This is a lot better fight than I initially thought," Evans said on UFC on Paramount+. "We know that Islam has morphed into so much more than being that dominant grappler, right? His striking and his kicks, all the aspects of his game is on another level, but there's something about Ian Garry's game that I feel is hard to get past.
"I feel like one thing that Ian does really well is that he makes adjustments really good on the fly. He's a problem solver, and I feel like that gives a little issue. He's got some sneaky power, he's got some accuracy, he's got some tricky things that he does."
1 month ago
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will make the first defense of his 170-pound ***** le when he tangles with No. 1-ranked Ian Garry atop the upcoming UFC 330 fight card on Paramount+, scheduled for Sat., Aug. 15, 2026 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Garry is the betting underdog for their five-round showdown, so why are Islam fans starting to panic?
"The truth is, I have this feeling in my heart that they know I'm the trickiest opponent for them," Garry told Ariel Helwani. "That's why the champion of the world, one of the most dominant athletes we've ever seen, called out Kamaru Usman to defend his world ***** le fight against. Does that make sense? He knows I'm long, I'm tall. I'm fast. I'm rangy. I understand distance management and control. I don't get hit very well. It's never clean, it's never connected."
Garry absorbs just 2.86 significant strikes per minute and avoids 52% of incoming fire. By comparison, Makhachev is hit with just 1.45 significant strikes per minute and defends 61% of blows coming his way. No doubt part of that success comes from his punishing top control.
Garry defends 80% of all takedown attempts.
Garry is the betting underdog for their five-round showdown, so why are Islam fans starting to panic?
"The truth is, I have this feeling in my heart that they know I'm the trickiest opponent for them," Garry told Ariel Helwani. "That's why the champion of the world, one of the most dominant athletes we've ever seen, called out Kamaru Usman to defend his world ***** le fight against. Does that make sense? He knows I'm long, I'm tall. I'm fast. I'm rangy. I understand distance management and control. I don't get hit very well. It's never clean, it's never connected."
Garry absorbs just 2.86 significant strikes per minute and avoids 52% of incoming fire. By comparison, Makhachev is hit with just 1.45 significant strikes per minute and defends 61% of blows coming his way. No doubt part of that success comes from his punishing top control.
Garry defends 80% of all takedown attempts.
1 month ago
Ian Machado Garry vows to be a better UFC welterweight champion than Islam Makhachev.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the 170-pound ***** le in the UFC 330 headliner on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+). Machado Garry was frustrated with how long his ***** le fight took to materialize after Makhachev claimed the welterweight belt at UFC 322 this past November.
"It's a fact, in my opinion, that when I'm the champion of the world, the welterweight division is better off," Machado Garry said on "The Ariel Helwani Show." "Firstly, Islam only fights once a year. So his next defense might be in July 2027. But the matchups, the stylistic matchups, they're very different. You have on the cards a potential match with Carlos Prates that would be massive. You've got on the cards a potential, arguably the biggest fight you can make in the sport at a certain point, is a potential rematch with me and Shavkat Rakhmonov whenever he's able to come back – if he ever comes back.
"You have a potential matchup with me and Michael Morales, Gabriel Bonfim. You have Sean Brady in the mix, you have (Uros) Medic coming up. The welterweight division is the greatest it's ever been, and it's the most stacked it's ever been. It's the best division in this sport right now. There's no arguments about that, from top to bottom the best division. When I'm the champion of the world, there's going to be more activity. There's going to be more high-level fights. The fans, everybody, I'm promising you now, it's the best thing for the sport."
Machado Garry respects former two-division champion Makhachev's accolades, which is why he thinks beating him makes him undeniable.
Machado Garry (17-1 MMA, 10-1 UFC) challenges Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) for the 170-pound ***** le in the UFC 330 headliner on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia (Paramount+). Machado Garry was frustrated with how long his ***** le fight took to materialize after Makhachev claimed the welterweight belt at UFC 322 this past November.
"It's a fact, in my opinion, that when I'm the champion of the world, the welterweight division is better off," Machado Garry said on "The Ariel Helwani Show." "Firstly, Islam only fights once a year. So his next defense might be in July 2027. But the matchups, the stylistic matchups, they're very different. You have on the cards a potential match with Carlos Prates that would be massive. You've got on the cards a potential, arguably the biggest fight you can make in the sport at a certain point, is a potential rematch with me and Shavkat Rakhmonov whenever he's able to come back – if he ever comes back.
"You have a potential matchup with me and Michael Morales, Gabriel Bonfim. You have Sean Brady in the mix, you have (Uros) Medic coming up. The welterweight division is the greatest it's ever been, and it's the most stacked it's ever been. It's the best division in this sport right now. There's no arguments about that, from top to bottom the best division. When I'm the champion of the world, there's going to be more activity. There's going to be more high-level fights. The fans, everybody, I'm promising you now, it's the best thing for the sport."
Machado Garry respects former two-division champion Makhachev's accolades, which is why he thinks beating him makes him undeniable.
1 month ago
Don't expect to see Islam Makhachev in a Real American Freestyle singlet any time soon.
The UFC welterweight champion is currently gearing up for his first ******* le defence since moving up to 170 pounds. He's only recently stepped into the division, but the challenges are already piling up.
Makhachev looked dominant in his last fight against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, where he picked up his second divisional ******* le in mixed martial arts.
To solidify his position at the top, Makhachev needs to get past Ian Machado Garry this summer. But even then, there's a long list of contenders waiting their turn, so there isn't much room for distractions right now.
Recently, several fighters have started taking on wrestling and grappling matches between UFC bouts to stay active.
The UFC welterweight champion is currently gearing up for his first ******* le defence since moving up to 170 pounds. He's only recently stepped into the division, but the challenges are already piling up.
Makhachev looked dominant in his last fight against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, where he picked up his second divisional ******* le in mixed martial arts.
To solidify his position at the top, Makhachev needs to get past Ian Machado Garry this summer. But even then, there's a long list of contenders waiting their turn, so there isn't much room for distractions right now.
Recently, several fighters have started taking on wrestling and grappling matches between UFC bouts to stay active.
1 month ago
Paul Avery, an actor best known for his role on the ABC soap opera All My Children, and his wife Sheila Avery have died in a house fire in New Jersey. Paul was 81.
According to Leigh Valley Live, New Jersey State Police and Blairstown Fire Department responded to a blaze at the couple's home on Mohican Road shortly after 12:38 am on Tuesday, June 16. Paul and Sheila were trapped inside when rescuers arrived on the scene.
Firefighters made their way inside the property and discovered the couple in critical condition. Paul and Sheila were unconscious and treated with CPR, per the outlet, but both died shortly after from their injuries.
The fire was officially declared under control at 1:03 a.m. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Paul and Sheila's daughter, Kyle Avery, confirmed the passing on her Facebook page on Tuesday evening. "I'm devastated to share that our parents, Paul and Sheila Garry Avery, passed away early this morning," she wrote. "We loved them so much, and they loved us so much, and **** ody ever had to wonder if that was so."
According to Leigh Valley Live, New Jersey State Police and Blairstown Fire Department responded to a blaze at the couple's home on Mohican Road shortly after 12:38 am on Tuesday, June 16. Paul and Sheila were trapped inside when rescuers arrived on the scene.
Firefighters made their way inside the property and discovered the couple in critical condition. Paul and Sheila were unconscious and treated with CPR, per the outlet, but both died shortly after from their injuries.
The fire was officially declared under control at 1:03 a.m. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Paul and Sheila's daughter, Kyle Avery, confirmed the passing on her Facebook page on Tuesday evening. "I'm devastated to share that our parents, Paul and Sheila Garry Avery, passed away early this morning," she wrote. "We loved them so much, and they loved us so much, and **** ody ever had to wonder if that was so."
1 month ago
"All My Children" star Paul Avery and his wife Sheila died in a house fire at their New Jersey residence early Thursday morning.
The couple were found unconscious at their home in New Jersey just before 1 a.m. Thursday. When authorities arrived, their home was engulfed in flames. Firefighters treated them with CPR, but they died shortly after being rescued.
The actor was 81.
The cause of the house fire remains unknown but was declared under control just minutes after the fire department arrived. The Avery's daughter Kyle confirmed their death in a Facebook post Thursday.
"I'm devastated to share that our parents, Paul and Sheila Garry Avery, passed away early this morning," she wrote. "We loved them so much, and they loved us so much, and ***** ody ever had to wonder if that was so. We're grateful to the Blairstown Fire Department for their efforts. Service plans to follow."
The couple were found unconscious at their home in New Jersey just before 1 a.m. Thursday. When authorities arrived, their home was engulfed in flames. Firefighters treated them with CPR, but they died shortly after being rescued.
The actor was 81.
The cause of the house fire remains unknown but was declared under control just minutes after the fire department arrived. The Avery's daughter Kyle confirmed their death in a Facebook post Thursday.
"I'm devastated to share that our parents, Paul and Sheila Garry Avery, passed away early this morning," she wrote. "We loved them so much, and they loved us so much, and ***** ody ever had to wonder if that was so. We're grateful to the Blairstown Fire Department for their efforts. Service plans to follow."
1 month ago
Ian Machado Garry is set to become the first Irishman since Conor McGregor to fight for a UFC ******* le when he faces Islam Makhachev for the welterweight belt in Philadelphia on 15 August.
The 28-year-old, who is first in the promotion's welterweight rankings, will attempt to thwart Russian Makhachev's first defence of his belt at UFC 330 at the XFinity Mobile Arena.
Machado Garry, who has long been predicted to follow in McGregor's footsteps in becoming a UFC champion, last fought in November, beating former ******* le holder Belal Muhammad.
Since joining the UFC in 2021 after winning the welterweight belt in UK-based promotion Cage Warriors, he has won 10 of his 11 fights.
Not since McGregor's defeat by Makhachev's coach Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018 has an Irishman fought for a ******* le in the UFC.
The 28-year-old, who is first in the promotion's welterweight rankings, will attempt to thwart Russian Makhachev's first defence of his belt at UFC 330 at the XFinity Mobile Arena.
Machado Garry, who has long been predicted to follow in McGregor's footsteps in becoming a UFC champion, last fought in November, beating former ******* le holder Belal Muhammad.
Since joining the UFC in 2021 after winning the welterweight belt in UK-based promotion Cage Warriors, he has won 10 of his 11 fights.
Not since McGregor's defeat by Makhachev's coach Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018 has an Irishman fought for a ******* le in the UFC.
1 month ago
An important women's flyweight contender fight is set for one of the biggest events of the summer.
Erin Blanchfield will have a semi-home game, as she fights one state away from her home, against Jasmine Jasudavicius at UFC 330. The event takes place Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The promotion officially announced the matchup on Wednesday.
A New Jersey native, Blanchfield (14-2 MMA, 8-1 UFC) hasn't competed since a November submission of Tracy Cortez. The victory moved her to 2-0 since a March 2024 loss to Manon Fiorot. Between the Cortez and Fiorot fights, Blanchfield defeated Rose Namajunas via unanimous decision.
Canada's Jasudavicius (15-4 MMA, 9-3 UFC) has won six of her most recent seven. Her only loss in that stretch also came against Fiorot. She bounced back in April with a unanimous decision win over Karine Silva.
Champion Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry – for welterweight ******* le
Erin Blanchfield will have a semi-home game, as she fights one state away from her home, against Jasmine Jasudavicius at UFC 330. The event takes place Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The promotion officially announced the matchup on Wednesday.
A New Jersey native, Blanchfield (14-2 MMA, 8-1 UFC) hasn't competed since a November submission of Tracy Cortez. The victory moved her to 2-0 since a March 2024 loss to Manon Fiorot. Between the Cortez and Fiorot fights, Blanchfield defeated Rose Namajunas via unanimous decision.
Canada's Jasudavicius (15-4 MMA, 9-3 UFC) has won six of her most recent seven. Her only loss in that stretch also came against Fiorot. She bounced back in April with a unanimous decision win over Karine Silva.
Champion Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry – for welterweight ******* le
1 month ago
The No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in MMA finally has his next ***** ignment.
Islam Makhachev is set to make the first defense of his UFC welterweight ***** le against Ian Machado Garry on Aug. 15 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The bout headlines a card that also features Mackenzie Dern defending her UFC strawweight ***** le against Gillian Robertson in the co-main event. UFC announced the news Wednesday.
Makhachev (28-1) has been out of action since November, when he dominated Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to capture the welterweight ***** le in his divisional debut. The performance made Makhachev a two-weight UFC champion and pulled him into a tie for the longest win streak in UFC history (16).
Prior to moving up to 170 pounds, Makhachev set the new standard for lightweight excellence in the UFC, establishing a new promotional record for the most consecutive lightweight ***** le defenses with four.
Machado Garry (17-1) has won 10 of his 11 Octagon appearances, including two straight over top contenders Carlos Prates and Belal Muhammad since suffering a short-notice loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov in December 2024.
Islam Makhachev is set to make the first defense of his UFC welterweight ***** le against Ian Machado Garry on Aug. 15 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The bout headlines a card that also features Mackenzie Dern defending her UFC strawweight ***** le against Gillian Robertson in the co-main event. UFC announced the news Wednesday.
Makhachev (28-1) has been out of action since November, when he dominated Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to capture the welterweight ***** le in his divisional debut. The performance made Makhachev a two-weight UFC champion and pulled him into a tie for the longest win streak in UFC history (16).
Prior to moving up to 170 pounds, Makhachev set the new standard for lightweight excellence in the UFC, establishing a new promotional record for the most consecutive lightweight ***** le defenses with four.
Machado Garry (17-1) has won 10 of his 11 Octagon appearances, including two straight over top contenders Carlos Prates and Belal Muhammad since suffering a short-notice loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov in December 2024.
2 months ago
They were a group of Wolves fans who had lost their jobs and wanted the adventure of attending a World Cup, flying 5,000 miles to experience the 1986 tournament in Mexico.
But instead of coming back to the Black Country afterwards, the place they had lived for all their lives, they decided not to return home to Stourbridge and Lye, and embarked on new lives in the US.
These men are the focus of a new documentary, Lost Down Mexico Way, bringing the extraordinary story of these football fans to life, 40 years after it all started.
The stars of the documentary are referred to by their nicknames: Adder (Gary Allen), Rabbithead (Garry Hardwicke), Batesy (Stuart Bates), Arnie (David Arnold), and Texas Steve (Steve Dawson)
Jack Leigh, the director of the documentary, available on YouTube, joked: "None of them ever get called by their first name for the duration of the film, but they all have about 20 different nicknames, so it's really hard to edit."
But instead of coming back to the Black Country afterwards, the place they had lived for all their lives, they decided not to return home to Stourbridge and Lye, and embarked on new lives in the US.
These men are the focus of a new documentary, Lost Down Mexico Way, bringing the extraordinary story of these football fans to life, 40 years after it all started.
The stars of the documentary are referred to by their nicknames: Adder (Gary Allen), Rabbithead (Garry Hardwicke), Batesy (Stuart Bates), Arnie (David Arnold), and Texas Steve (Steve Dawson)
Jack Leigh, the director of the documentary, available on YouTube, joked: "None of them ever get called by their first name for the duration of the film, but they all have about 20 different nicknames, so it's really hard to edit."
2 months ago
Belal Muhammad's time as the top welterweight is becoming an increasingly distant memory after he suffered another loss in the UFC Fight Night 278 main event.
Muhammad (24-6 MMA, 15-6 UFC) had no answers for Gabriel Bonfim (20-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) on Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. He lost all five rounds on each of the three judges' scorecards, marking his third consecutive defeat since being dethroned of UFC gold by Jack Della Maddalena in May 2025.
Muhammad struggled to find ways to be effective in his previous setbacks to Della Maddalena and Ian Machado Garry, but those losses are to a more proven caliber of fighter than Bonfim, respectfully.
Maybe Bonfim goes on to be that guy in the division. Unfortunately, that does nothing of benefit to Muhammad now. He turns 38 next month, and this is obviously a proven danger zone for a fighter.
It's not to say Muhammad can't still get some significant wins in this division. His rival and fellow former champion Kamaru Usman was ironically in a nearly identical situation of three straight losses, and he managed to get back on track with a main event win over Joaquin Buckley.
Muhammad (24-6 MMA, 15-6 UFC) had no answers for Gabriel Bonfim (20-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) on Saturday at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. He lost all five rounds on each of the three judges' scorecards, marking his third consecutive defeat since being dethroned of UFC gold by Jack Della Maddalena in May 2025.
Muhammad struggled to find ways to be effective in his previous setbacks to Della Maddalena and Ian Machado Garry, but those losses are to a more proven caliber of fighter than Bonfim, respectfully.
Maybe Bonfim goes on to be that guy in the division. Unfortunately, that does nothing of benefit to Muhammad now. He turns 38 next month, and this is obviously a proven danger zone for a fighter.
It's not to say Muhammad can't still get some significant wins in this division. His rival and fellow former champion Kamaru Usman was ironically in a nearly identical situation of three straight losses, and he managed to get back on track with a main event win over Joaquin Buckley.
