Ian Garry analyzes his next rival and excludes chances of taking risks during his fight at UFC 298

Ian Gary presents itself in UFC 298. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @iangarry

In preparation for one of your biggest career challenges, Ian Machado Garry exudes confidence to face Geoff neal No. UFC 298. In addition to being named a big favorite for the duel, the Irish star guarantees that there is no chance of being at risk on February 17th, in Anaheim, California (USA). To date, the fighter is undefeated.

“Let’s put it this way. I was able to master the distance against Neil Magny, with absolute ease. And he is very big. There's no way the Geoff neal lean on me. It's absolutely about controlling the distance, controlling the range of action in the fight. You said he has great boxing, that's the only thing he has: boxing. He barely shoots or takes takedowns,” said Ian in an interview with Michael Bisping.

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By continuing his speech, Garry highlighted his rival's ability to defend takedowns, but was not intimidated by his ability.

“I give him credit for having phenomenal takedown defense. But that's because he's a boxer, he doesn't want to be on his back. It's very simple, like every fight: how will I win in the easiest and most brilliant way possible?”, he concluded.

Geoff neal is the next opponent of Ian Gary. (Photo: Reproduction/Instagram)

Gifts at UFC 298, Ian Gary e Geoff neal resolve old rivalry this Saturday (17). Representative of the welterweights (up to 77,1kg), the athletes face each other in a duel of up to three rounds and are expected to get closer to the top 5 in the category reigned by Leon edwards.