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McGregor Backs Garry to Dethrone Makhachev
15 Aug
Summary
- Conor McGregor predicts Ian Garry will defeat Islam Makhachev.
- McGregor believes Garry has the skills to win.
- He questions Makhachev's full adaptation to welterweight.
Conor McGregor has channeled his "Mystic Mac" predictions ahead of UFC 330, foreseeing an upset victory for Ian Machado Garry. Garry is set to challenge Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title on Saturday in Philadelphia.
McGregor, who has sparred with Garry and maintains a connection to Makhachev through his rivalry with Khabib Nurmagomedov, is firmly supporting "The Future." He stated Garry has the tools and has been putting in solid work at SBG Ireland. McGregor also questioned Makhachev's full assimilation into the welterweight division, suggesting he has aspects to prove.
McGregor specifically predicted a high kick victory for Garry, referencing Garry's recent knockout win over Daniel Rodriguez with a head kick in May 2023. He expressed confidence that Garry can derail Makhachev's pursuit of the UFC's all-time consecutive win record.
