Islam Makhachev Defends UFC Lightweight Title Against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev, the reigning UFC lightweight champion from Dagestan, is set to defend his title for the first time since winning it eight months ago. His opponent will be Ian Machado Garry, an Irish fighter with a 17-1 record, who is considered one of the few capable of defeating Makhachev. The fight is the main event of UFC 330, scheduled for early Sunday morning, August 18, 2026.

Makhachev aims not only to secure his seventh consecutive championship victory but also to make UFC history by achieving 17 straight wins, the longest winning streak in the organization's history. Garry, who suffered his only career loss in December 2024 to Shavkat Rakhmonov, boasts seven knockout wins, one submission, and nine decision victories.

The UFC 330 main card will begin at 4:00 AM Israel time on Sunday and will feature several notable fights, including a women's strawweight title bout between champion Mackenzie Dern and challenger Gillian Robertson. The main event between Makhachev and Garry is expected to take place between 7:00 and 8:00 AM, depending on the preceding fights. The event will be broadcast live on Channel 5-LIVE in Israel.