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Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry, Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson announced for UFC 330

UFC 330 will feature a championship doubleheader on August 15, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev faces the number one ranked Ian Machado Garry in the main event. Strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern will make her first title defense against number five ranked Gillian Robertson in the co-main event.

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The event date, location, and full championship matchups have been officially announced.

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  1. Islam Makhachev and Mackenzie Dern to Defend Titles at UFC 330

    UFC 330 will feature a championship doubleheader on August 15, 2026, at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev faces the number one ranked Ian Machado Garry in the main event. Strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern will make her first title defense against number five ranked Gillian Robertson in the co-main event.

    What's confirmed:

    • Islam Makhachev will defend the welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry on August 15, 2026.
    • UFC 330 will take place at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
    • Mackenzie Dern will defend the strawweight title against Gillian Robertson in the co-main event.
    • Islam Makhachev is listed as a significant betting favorite over Ian Machado Garry.
    • The UFC 330 card includes bouts featuring Myktybek Orolbai, Jeremiah Wells, Vicente Luque, and Geoff Neal.
    • Neil Magny and Jalin Turner are confirmed for the UFC 330 undercard.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Ian Machado Garry claims he will bring a unique challenge to Makhachev and intends to bounce him on his skull.
    • Ian Machado Garry believes a victory would make him the most victorious Irishman in UFC history.
    • Ian Machado Garry states that Islam Makhachev is in for the shock of his life.
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  2. Ian Machado Garry issues warnings ahead of UFC 330 bout with Islam Makhachev

    Ian Machado Garry has publicly targeted champion Islam Makhachev before their scheduled fight. Garry claims he will bring a unique challenge to the champion. He stated he intends to bounce Makhachev on his skull.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ian Machado Garry said he will bounce Islam Makhachev on his skull.
    • Garry believes he offers something unique that Makhachev has not experienced in 29 previous outings.
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  3. Makhachev to defend welterweight title against Ian Garry at UFC 330

    Islam Makhachev will defend his 170-pound championship against the No. 1-ranked Ian Garry. The bout is scheduled for August 15, 2026, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The fight will air on Paramount+ as a five-round main event.

    What's confirmed:

    • Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC welterweight title against Ian Garry on August 15, 2026.
    • The event takes place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
    • The main event will be a five-round fight broadcast on Paramount+.
    • Ian Garry is the No. 1-ranked fighter in the division.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson are set for the co-main event.
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  4. UFC 330 Location Confirmed for Makhachev vs. Garry

    Islam Makhachev will defend his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry on August 15. The event takes place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson are set for the co-main event.

    What's confirmed:

    • Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15.
    • The event is located at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Khabib Nurmagomedov posted a motivational message for Islam Makhachev regarding the fight.
    • Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson will compete in the co-main event.
    • Erin Blanchfield and Jasmine Jasudavicius are scheduled for a flyweight bout.
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  5. UFC 330 Adds Blanchfield vs. Jasudavicius to Card

    Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15. Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson will compete in the co-main event. A flyweight bout between Erin Blanchfield and Jasmine Jasudavicius is also scheduled.

    What's confirmed:

    • UFC 330 takes place on August 15.
    • Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry in the main event.
    • Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson will fight in the co-main event.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Erin Blanchfield and Jasmine Jasudavicius will meet in a potential title eliminator.
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  6. UFC 330 Announces Makhachev vs. Garry, Dern vs. Robertson Title Fights in Philadelphia

    The UFC has confirmed two championship bouts for UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia. Islam Makhachev will defend his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event, while Mackenzie Dern will face Gillian Robertson in the co-main event. Both fights are officially booked as title defenses.

    What's confirmed:

    • Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15.
    • Mackenzie Dern will challenge Gillian Robertson for the UFC strawweight title in the co-main event of UFC 330.
    • UFC 330 will take place on August 15, marking the promotion's return to Philadelphia.
    • Ian Machado Garry is listed as a massive betting underdog to Makhachev, who is considered the pound-for-pound king in MMA.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • No rumors identified at this time.
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