Former UFC fighter reveals Islam Makhachev's "secret" for his fight with Ian Garry; find out more.

Makhachev celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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With the official announcement of the return of Islam makhachev to the most famous octagon in the world UFC 330Several sports personalities are already speculating about how the Russian's styles will clash against [the Russian player]. Ian GaryThis will be the first time the Dagestani fighter attempts to defend his welterweight title (up to 77,1 kg). For Dan Hardy, for example, the pound-for-pound ranking leader is already the favorite to win another bout.

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Despite praising Garry's efforts to prepare for the Russian's skill set, Hardy didn't show much confidence in the Irishman's ability to withstand Makhachev's strategy, particularly regarding grappling.

"Makhachev has the kryptonite for every person in the division. No matter where the fight goes, he has the skills to challenge you and cause you problems. How..." Ian Gary He's spending time in Brazil working on his jiu-jitsu, he'll be much more confident in his ground game, but I don't know if he'll be able to replicate what... Islam makhachev It will do to you. I think you would have to be in the room of wrestling "In Dagestan, you really have to feel that kind of pressure," he said.

Dan Hardy says Islam makhachev has “kryptonite” for every fighter in the division

“Makhachev's got the kryptonite for every single person in the division. No matter where the fight goes, he's got the skills to challenge you and cause you issues. Since Ian Gary is spending time… pic.twitter.com/I6EHGPTozy

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) June 19, 2026

Islam Makhachev could break a record if he wins.

Islam makhachev in victory against Renato MoicanoPhoto: Reproduction/Instagram.

Having not known what it's like to lose since 2015, Islam makhachev He became yet another athlete to win titles in two different weight categories when he surpassed... Jack Della Maddalena in November of last year. Furthermore, the victory against the Australian brought the Russian level with... Anderson Silva With 16 consecutive wins in the biggest MMA event on the planet, if he adds Garry's name to the list of victims, he will stand alone and leave the Spider behind for good.