In full preparation to measure forces with Islam makhachev for the welterweight belt (up to 77,1 kg), Ian Gary He continues to exude the confidence for which he is known. Having one of the best fighters of all time in his opponent's corner, the Irishman believes he is capable of not only winning, but of frustrating the Russian's strategy in a way never seen before. He spoke about the subject in an interview with 'Irish Boxing' last Saturday (4).
Known for his striking and high takedown defense rate, Futuro said he believes in a scenario where he can prevent the imposing wrestling and sambo game, frequently promoted by the current leader of the world's pound-for-pound rankings.
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“I think he has no choice. This is my decision (to keep the fight standing). My movement will force him to make decisions. He will inevitably grab my leg – there’s no doubt that will happen. And I can’t wait for it to happen, because I’m going to beat him where he’s best too,” he stated.
Ian Gary plans to beat Islam makhachev On the ground. 😲
"I think he has no choice. That's my decision [to keep the fight standing]. My movement will force him to make decisions. He's gonna inevitably grab my leg – there's no doubt that's gonna happen. And I can't wait for it to… pic.twitter.com/hkdImqp7BR
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) July 4, 2026
Ian Garry is Charles Oliveira's training partner.

Charles of the Bronx It was once a corner of Ian Gary. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/UFC Europe
Despite being Irish and having been heavily influenced by Conor McGregor In his youth, Garry settled in Brazil, becoming an athlete at Chute Boxe Diego Lima in São Paulo, and training partnered with names such as Charles of the BronxThroughout his entire MMA career, he was only defeated once, when he faced... Shavkat Rakhmonov No. UFC 310 and lost by unanimous decision.
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