Ian Garry is an exciting contender in the welterweight division of the leading professional mixed martial arts promotion, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He started preparing for combat sports in his childhood and trained in boxing and judo. Garry ventured into amateur martial arts in his teens and eventually transitioned to professional mixed martial arts in 2019.
In his first professional fight, Ian Garry took on James Sheehan at Cage Warriors 101 on February 16, 2019. He won by a unanimous decision and went on a roll as a professional mixed martial artist. Garry compiled a record of seven consecutive victories before making his promotional debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) on November 6, 2021, against Jordan Williams, whom he defeated by first-round knockout. As of December 3, 2024, Garry is ranked No. 7 in the welterweight rankings of the UFC and is scheduled to co-headline the UFC 310 against Shavkat Rakhmonov on December 7, 2024.
Ian Garry's Full Name
Ian Garry's recent feud with the former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland brought his name into the limelight. He changed his name to Ian Machado Garry from Ian Garry after marrying his wife, Layla Garry, who had a son from her previous relationship. According to the Irishman, this was done to create a strong connection between his son and stepson with a common surname, as "Machado" is the maiden name of Layla Garry from her mother's side.
Ian Garry's nickname
Ian Garry is nicknamed "The Future" in combat sports circles. Originally named Ian David Garry, he was popularly known as Ian Garry, and due to a recent name change, he is also known as Ian Machado Garry. He fights out of Dublin, Ireland, and represents his nation as a professional mixed martial artist.
FAQs on Ian Garry's full name
A. He was named Ian David Garry.
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