Makhachev v Machado Garry - UFC 330 fight predictions
The world of MMA deliver their predictions for Islam Makhachev's welterweight title defence against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday.
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Notable Quotes
"I hope Makhachev goes in there and manhandles him."
— Islam Makhachev , Athlete
"I definitely see Ian Machado Garry winning on the feet but Islam Makhachev is an elite grappler and I see him taking it to the ground and dominating it on there."
— Ian Machado Garry , Athlete
Key People
Gillian Robertson is a Canadian mixed martial artist on a five-fight win streak.
Ian Machado Garry is a professional mixed martial artist and the first Irishman to fight for a UFC title since Conor McGregor.
Islam Makhachev is a professional mixed martial artist and the current UFC champion.
Mackenzie Dern is a professional mixed martial artist and strawweight champion.
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The world of MMA deliver their predictions for Islam Makhachev's welterweight title defence against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday.
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