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UFC sets Makhachev title defense against Gary, with Dern also headlining in Philadelphia
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 18, 2026
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What happened
UFC announced that Islam Makhachev will defend his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia. The card will also feature Mackenzie Dern’s first strawweight title defense against Gillian Robertson as the co-main event.
- 01Makhachev will defend his welterweight belt against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
- 02Garry recently denounced antisemitic comments he received on social media.
- 03Makhachev has previously voiced support for Palestine and criticized Israel.
- 04Mackenzie Dern will make her first strawweight defense against Gillian Robertson.
- 05UFC 330 is set for August 15 in Philadelphia.
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