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Makhachev Retains Welterweight Title and Sets UFC Record

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At UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, 2026, Islam Makhachev successfully defended his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry, securing a unanimous decision victory (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) after five rounds. Prior to the bout, Makhachev entered as the betting favorite with a 16-fight winning streak, while Garry expressed confidence in bringing the belt back to Brazil. During the fight, a second-round head kick from Makhachev momentarily stunned Garry, but Makhachev ultimately utilized grappling and cage control to maintain his ~~lead.~~ lead despite a significant height and reach disadvantage. Makhachev’s victory marks his 17th consecutive win, breaking the record of 16 previously held by Anderson Silva. The win solidified Makhachev’s status as a two-division champion and the pound-for-pound number one fighter. Following the bout, Makhachev expressed intent to reach 20 consecutive wins and a desire to fight again before Ramadan, potentially in January 2026. He identified Carlos Prates as a preferred next opponent. Since the event, Makhachev has returned to Dagestan and announced plans to compete in at least three more UFC fights. Post-fight, UFC President Dana White criticized Garry for a lack of “killer instinct” in the final round. However, Makhachev’s coach, Javier Mendez, praised Garry, stating the Irishman was the “most difficult opponent Makhachev has faced in his career” due to his ability to counter wrestling with striking. ~~While Michael Morales remains~~ In the strawweight co-main event, Mackenzie Dern defended her title against Gillian Robertson via unanimous decision, though Dern expressed a ~~contender, Mendez suggested Prates is~~ desire to have finished the ~~more likely next challenger given that Shavkat Rakhmonov is sidelined by injury.~~ fight earlier. Analysis also highlighted pay disparities: Makhachev earned approximately $3 million, while Garry earned $1.6 million. In the strawweight co-main event, Mackenzie Dern’s purse was estimated between $300,000 and $570,000, compared to $150,000 for Gillian Robertson.

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