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UFC 330 roundtable: Is Islam Makhachev the next pound-for-pound great to fall?
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Key Points:
- Islam Makhachev enters UFC 330 as the welterweight champion facing Ian Machado Garry, who is considered a significant underdog but has the potential to cause a major upset in the pound-for-pound rankings.
- Analysts rate Garry's chances of beating Makhachev between 6.5 and 9 out of 10 in terms of upset magnitude, noting Makhachev's impressive grappling skills and the stylistic challenge Garry presents.
- Mackenzie Dern is favored to defend her strawweight title against Gillian Robertson, but her status as the undisputed champion remains debated due to Zhang Weili's potential return to the division.
- UFC 330’s undercard features several intriguing fights, with highlights including Jalin Turner's comeback bout against Kaue Fernandes and a potentially explosive matchup between Joel Alvarez and Chidi Njokuani.
- Despite some skepticism about the overall card quality, veteran Edson Barboza’s fight against Esteban Ribovics is anticipated for its striking showcase, marking a potential final main card appearance for Barboza.
