Islam Makhachev sets UFC record with 17th straight win
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Key Points:
- Islam Makhachev set a new UFC record with his 17th consecutive victory by defeating Ian Machado Garry via unanimous decision to retain the 170-pound championship at UFC 330.
- Despite taking significant damage, including a large bruise and cuts to his face, Makhachev showcased resilience and dominance, surpassing Anderson Silva's 13-year-old record of 16 straight wins.
- Mackenzie Dern successfully defended her 115-pound strawweight title with a unanimous decision over Gillian Robertson, though the fight was largely uneventful after an early submission attempt.
- Edson Barboza announced his retirement following a loss to Esteben Ribovics, ending a notable MMA career that began in 2009 and included multiple Fight of the Night honors.
- UFC returned to Philadelphia with UFC 330, energizing local fans and featuring standout moments like Jeremiah Wells' submission win and Tresean Gore sustaining a serious dental injury during his fight.
