Ian Machado Garry Criticized for 'Hugging' Islam Makhachev, Faces Michael Morales Next

Ian Machado Garry Criticized for 'Hugging' Islam Makhachev

Ian Machado Garry has been criticized by Belal Muhammad for showing too much respect to Islam Makhachev during their UFC 330 welterweight title fight.

What's Wrong with Ian Machado Garry's Mindset?

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Belal Muhammad criticized Machado Garry for embracing Makhachev several times during their UFC 330 welterweight title fight. "What's with this hugging? You're down in the fifth round. You've got to have the killer instinct. You've got to for it. His face wasn't beat up. It was an (Israel) Adesanya vs. (Kelvin) Gastelum war where you're like, 'Let's do it.' You were losing. Mindset-wise, he needs to flip the switch. His mindset was we didn't get tapped, we got up from a couple of takedowns, those are wins for him, and he has to change that. Stock-wise, he's going to learn from it. He's going to get better from it, but this game is unforgiving," Muhammad said (via MMAjunkie.com).

Ian Machado Garry's Next Opponent Revealed

Ian Machado Garry will face Michael Morales in his next bout. Morales is known for his aggressive fighting style and has been on a roll in the UFC, with a recent win over Adam Fugitt.

What's Next for Ian Machado Garry?

Ian Machado Garry's loss to Islam Makhachev has left many questioning his future in the UFC. However, with a new opponent on the horizon, Garry will have the opportunity to redeem himself and prove that he is a force to be reckoned with in the welterweight division.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Ian Machado Garry was criticized by Belal Muhammad for showing too much respect to Islam Makhachev during their UFC 330 welterweight title fight.
• Machado Garry will face Michael Morales in his next bout.
• Morales is known for his aggressive fighting style and has been on a roll in the UFC.

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