Charles Oliveira: Ian Machado Garry has ‘very good chance’ of beating Islam Makhachev at UFC 330
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Islam Makhachev, UFC lightweight champion since 2022, will defend his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia.
- Ian Machado Garry earned the title shot after defeating former champion Belal Muhammad in November 2025 and has been training specifically for Makhachev since then.
- Makhachev aims to break the UFC record for longest winning streak with 18 consecutive wins, surpassing Anderson Silva, but Oliveira believes Garry has a strong chance to win due to his strategic fighting style.
- Charles Oliveira, who previously trained for Makhachev and now assists Garry, praises Garry's disciplined adherence to game plans and his continuous improvement and focus leading into the fight.
- Oliveira emphasizes Garry's intelligence and strategic approach as key factors that could help him overcome the tough and humble champion inside the cage.
