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Matt Brown: Ian Machado Garry has championship potential but Islam Makhachev is the ‘wrong guy at the wrong time’
MMA Fighting • • general
Key Points:
- Ian Machado Garry is set to challenge Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title, facing the sport's top pound-for-pound fighter who is on a 16-fight win streak.
- Retired UFC welterweight Matt Brown acknowledges Garry's championship potential but views Makhachev as a nearly insurmountable opponent due to his elite wrestling and grappling skills.
- Garry must prevent Makhachev's takedowns to succeed, relying on outpointing him on the feet or landing a knockout, though Garry is not known for knockout power.
- Brown highlights that Makhachev's ability to capitalize on any mistakes on the ground makes it crucial for Garry to deliver a flawless five-round performance, which is extremely difficult.
- While Garry may have some striking advantage, Makhachev's well-rounded game and wrestling dominance make him heavily favored to win the fight.
