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Makhachev Breaks Silva Record, Defends Title Against Garry

8/26/2026

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Islam Makhachev defended his UFC welterweight title with a unanimous decision over Ian Machado Garry.
The August 15, 2026 UFC 330 win in Philadelphia gave Makhachev a 17-fight streak, breaking Anderson Silva’s record.
Makhachev said he will fight at least three more difficult opponents before retiring, aiming to return before Ramadan 2027.
Makhachev prefers a UFC 334 bout with Brazilian Carlos Prates on November 14 after Prates publicly challenged him.

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Islam Makhachev defended his UFC welterweight title with a unanimous decision over Ian Machado Garry.
The August 15, 2026 UFC 330 win in Philadelphia gave Makhachev a 17-fight streak, breaking Anderson Silva’s record.
Makhachev said he will fight at least three more difficult opponents before retiring, aiming to return before Ramadan 2027.
Makhachev prefers a UFC 334 bout with Brazilian Carlos Prates on November 14 after Prates publicly challenged him.