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Makhachev Retains Welterweight Title, Breaks UFC Consecutive‑Win Record

A unanimous decision at UFC 330 gave Islam Makhachev sole possession of the promotion’s longest win streak, underscoring his wrestling and control as the match‑deciding tools.

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Official broadcast and streaming options to watch Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Garry live on TV and digital devices during the main event of UFC 330. | Photo by ufc.com / Depor
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Overview

  • Islam Makhachev defeated Ian Machado Garry by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) to retain the UFC welterweight title at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026.
  • The victory was Makhachev’s 17th straight UFC win, moving him past Anderson Silva into sole possession of the promotion’s record for consecutive wins.
  • The fight played out as a classic grappler versus striker matchup, with Makhachev using takedowns, top control, and octagon pressure to neutralize Garry’s distance striking.
  • Mackenzie Dern also retained her women’s strawweight title by unanimous decision in the co‑main, and the card produced multiple finishes and performance bonuses for fighters who stopped their opponents.
  • UFC 330 aired from Xfinity Mobile Arena and streamed on Paramount+ with regional broadcast partners, and the result raises questions about Makhachev’s next challengers and the welterweight division’s pecking order.