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Khabib calls out Islam Makhachev for disrespecting Ian Machado Garry
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Key Points:
- Islam Makhachev told Ian Machado Garry to "shut up" during a pre-fight press conference, but later explained he couldn't hear what Garry was saying and meant no disrespect.
- Makhachev is set to defend his welterweight title against Machado Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia.
- Khabib Nurmagomedov, Makhachev's mentor, criticized his response and mocked his English, urging him to be more respectful when receiving compliments.
- Makhachev defended his reaction by citing the noisy crowd and interruptions, while also teasing Nurmagomedov for mistakenly calling a Philly cheesesteak a "Philly cheesecake."
