Discover how Ian Machado Garry, training at Kill Cliff FC, approaches the possibility of facing his welterweight teammates in future fights. Despite sharing the gym with established fighters like Gilbert Burns and Vicente Luque, Garry remains undeterred, believing there are plenty of other opponents to choose from. Explore Garry's perspective on teammate clashes and his ambitious plans for the welterweight division. Read more here.
Ian Machado Garry, a standout fighter from Kill Cliff FC, is ready to tackle the challenges of the welterweight division head-on, despite having several teammates also competing in the rankings. Sharing training space with renowned names like Gilbert Burns, Shavkat Rakhmonov, Vicente Luque, and Kamaru Usman (part-time), Garry is unfazed by the prospect of potential teammate clashes in the future.
Garry remains confident that the welterweight division boasts enough talent outside his circle of teammates. While acknowledging the camaraderie with his fellow fighters, he emphasizes his willingness to fight anyone, even teammates, if the circumstances demand it. “Nope,” says Garry, “There are a lot of people in the top 15 and the top 10 that is not just my teammates, it’s not just people that I’ve trained against.”
Setting his sights on his next challenge, Garry reveals his intention to square off against Stephen Thompson in the next bout. He envisions this clash occurring within the year and spanning five rounds. Looking further ahead, Garry's game plan involves navigating his way through other fighters on his path to a title shot.
Garry’s undefeated professional record (13-0) and his recent victories over Neil Magny and Daniel Rodriguez have propelled him into the welterweight spotlight. While he strives to avoid teammate showdowns, Garry maintains that he wouldn't shy away from facing a teammate if circumstances dictate. The Irish fighter’s determination and adaptability in the division are palpable.
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