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Makhachev backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/islam_makhachev
One of the highest level divisions today saw the arrival of another contender to be the number one contender last Saturday (22). With the victory against Belal Muhammad |, Ian Gary became yet another one to challenge Islam makhachev for the opportunity to compete for the welterweight belt (up to 77,1 kg). In this context, the newly crowned champion came forward to speak about the matter and project who his first opponent might be in his first title defense.
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In a press conference at Uytash Airport on Sunday (23), the Russian was asked about the performance of Ian GaryThe Irishman defeated Belal Muhammad | by unanimous decision and should become second in the division ranking next Tuesday (25), behind only Jak Della Maddalena. Makhachev congratulated the fighter, but made it clear that the performance did not impress him.
“It would be interesting (to fight Garry). He’s also a good fighter, he’s on a good winning streak and he’s young. I think it will be interesting. We’ll see. He didn’t surprise me yesterday. If he surprised the UFC, then he’ll probably be next,” he stated.
Garry focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
For Ian Garry, a fight with Islam Makhachev could make sports history.
Garry is thrilled by Buffer's introduction before his UFC fight. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC https://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/Sport/MMA
According to Garry, who is expected to reach second place in the welterweight rankings (up to 77,1 kg) next Tuesday (25), a confrontation with the Russian could reignite a new version of one of the most intense rivalries in MMA history: Khabib Nurmagomedov e Conor McGregorA fan of The Notorious since adolescence, the Irishman is interested in captivating fans in his country for a "rematch" with the Dagestan Clan, since Makhachev is a childhood friend and training partner of The Eagle.
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