Main Event: Makhachev vs Garry
Islam Makhachev, currently the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in UFC history, will defend his welterweight championship against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15th. The bout is a critical moment for both fighters, as it marks a significant test for the reigning champion and showcases growing confidence from Garry.
This fight comes almost five months after Makhachev secured his title with an outpointing of Jack Della Maddalena. His first defense has turned into a much-anticipated clash against Garry, known for just one professional loss. The Irish fighter emerged victorious in his most recent matches, indicating that this weekend brings a tough challenge to the Russian champion.
Streaming and Viewing Options
The event takes place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, with all major fans able to watch via TNT Sports and HBO Max in countries like the UK. The fight kicks off early prelims at 10pm BST (2pm PT / 4pm CT / 5pm ET), regular prelims at 12am BST on Sunday (4pm PT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET), and the main card starts at 2am BST on Sunday (6pm PT / 8pm CT / 9pm ET).
Co-Headline Events
Mackenzie Dern will also defend her women’s strawweight title against Gillian Robertson, providing fans with another exciting matchup. Additional bouts, like Mansur Abdul-Malik vs Dustin Stoltzfus in the middleweight division and Edson Barboza vs Esteban Ribovics in lightweight, promise a variety of action over the course of the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is UFC 330 taking place?
The event will be held at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Who are some other notable fights on UFC 330?
In addition to Makhachev vs Garry, fans can look forward to Mackenzie Dern defending her strawweight title against Gillian Robertson.