Ian Machado Garry was defeated at UFC 330 and immediately decided to settle the score, but not with Islam Makhachev . In the main event held last Saturday (15), in Philadelphia (USA), the Irishman wasted the chance to win the welterweight belt (up to 77,1 kg) by losing to the MMA legend by unanimous decision and Michael Morales paid the price for such frustration.
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Accompanied by his family and team , Machado Garry confronted the Ecuadorian giant, also a welterweight, backstage at UFC 330 and gave him a dressing-down. It's worth noting that Morales had previously provoked the Irishman and made it clear he disliked him, intensifying the rivalry. Remembering those words, the athlete gave some important advice to his rival and potential opponent, who is undefeated in MMA and hasn't fought since November.
“All the bullshit you say is fine. Just make sure you can back it up. I don’t know what story you made up about meeting me. I’ve never come across anything like that, you know that, right? Listen, you’re a good fighter. Show up, keep winning, and you can do anything. Does that make sense? You have huge fights in this category. You have me, Prates, Makhachev. Show up and fight,” he said.
“You’re an animal, you’re strong. I don’t remember any time I met you and said something bad to you. In this sport, people talk trash, but I ignore it. You’re a good fighter, you’re young, you’re strong, and that means you can do anything. Spread good and do good. You knock people out, you beat guys up, that’s what earns you respect. Does that make sense? No problem,” he concluded.
Ian Machado Garry and Michael Morales exchange words after UFC 330
Garry – “All the s**t you talk it's ok, just make sure you back it up. I don't know what story you made up about meeting me, I've never encountered that. You're a good fighter, show up, keep winning” pic.twitter.com/iszfWF291G
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Ian Garry promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Ian Machado Garry's history in MMA
Ian Machado Garry , 28, is one of the top welterweight fighters in the UFC and one of the most intelligent fighters in MMA. Currently, the Irishman is ranked second in the division. He began his career in the sport in 2019 and made his UFC debut in 2021.
In this discipline, 'The Future' built a record of 17 wins and two losses. His main victories were over Belal Muhammad , Carlos Prates , Geoff Neal , Michael Page , and Neil Magny.
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