Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry: UFC 330 tips, odds, and betting predictions

UFC 330 is heating up, and this coming Saturday, August 15, we have a potential scorcher. Islam Makhachev will be putting his welterweight title on the line against Ian Machado Garry in what is sure to be an explosive duel. The former lightweight champion is a clear audience and bookie favourite, but Garry’s sheer size, striking power and stellar recent form are enough to promise a spectacle, and a potential upset is far from being off the cards. Quick tips for Makhachev vs Machado Garry Islam Makhachev to win by submission – 41/20 with bet365 Ian Machado Garry to win by decision or technical decision – 5/4 with Sky Bet Fight to finish in less than four rounds – 11/8 with Betfred 📝 Makhachev vs Machado Garry odds Islam Makhachev is the clear favourite at 2/7 with Betfred, while Ian Machado Garry is priced at 5/2 for the upset. The odds at Betfred and other top UFC betting sites reflect Makhachev’s incredible win streak, dominant record and elite grappling technique, but, as we mentioned, Garry should not be underestimated. His considerable height and not-insignificant reach advantage make him a more interesting underdog than the prices might initially suggest, and there is some very good potential value in more advanced bets we’ll go over later. Makhachev to win – 2/7 at Betfred Machado Garry to win – 5/2 at Betfred Islam Makhachev’s current form Islam Makhachev arrives at UFC 330 as one of the most dominant fighters in the sport currently, having won 16 straight UFC fights. After ruling the lightweight division for years, he moved up to welterweight and defeated Jack Della Maddalena by unanimous decision at UFC 322 to claim his second UFC title. His elite sambo and wrestling moves remain the biggest threat to Garry, but he’s also been working on improving his punching game. Age: 34 Height: 5′10″ Reach: 70″ Record: 28-1-0 Ian Machado Garry’s current form Ian Machado Garry has established himself as one of the UFC’s top young welterweights, winning his last two fights against Carlos Prates and former champion Belal Muhammad. “The Future” is a technical, rangy striker who prefers to control distance and rack up points rather than get drawn into prolonged exchanges or clinches, which is an excellent way to avoid Makachev’s lethal grapple game. His size gives him a major physical advantage over Makhachev, while his significantly-longer 74-inch reach could be crucial in keeping the champion at a safe distance. Age: 28 Height: 6′3″ Reach: 74″ Record: 17-1-0 📋 Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry betting tips Makhachev’s short outright price and strong favourite status leave little room for value in the straight winner market, and even the best betting sites in the UK can’t offer you much to make such bets worth it. Instead, method-of-victory and round markets offer more earning potential, so here are some suggestions you may want to consider. Islam Makhachev to win by submission Makhachev’s path to victory almost always starts with his world-class grappling ability, and Garry will have a difficult time keeping the champion off him for five rounds. Once Makhachev gets his opponent down, his control and submission game are almost impossible to beat. Garry does also have some excellent defensive wrestling moves, but Makhachev’s relentless chain wrestling could eventually create an opening for a choke or joint lock, and then it’s all over. ➡️ Bet on Islam Makhachev to win by submission at 41/20 odds with bet365 Ian Machado Garry to win by decision or technical decision Garry’s best chance of causing an upset is probably by keeping the fight standing and using his significant height and reach advantages to control the distance. Luckily for his fans, he has already demonstrated that he can win high-level fights on points, including unanimous decisions over Carlos Prates and Belal Muhammad. If he can frustrate Makhachev’s takedown attempts and maintain range while getting some good hits in, a decision win is certainly on the cards. In fact, we’re willing to bet that will be his main strategy, and if you believe he can pull it off, it can pay off quite nicely. ➡️ Bet on Ian Machado Garry to win by decision or technical decision at odds 5/4 with Sky Bet Fight to finish in less than four rounds Despite Garry’s remarkable survival ability and Makhachev’s tendency to wear down and dominate opponents over a prolonged period, this matchup could produce a finish before the championship rounds. Makhachev’s grappling pressure is difficult to sustain against, while Garry could also find KO opportunities if he forces the champion to fight at range. A shorter fight therefore looks appealing at more profitable odds than Makhachev’s outright price. Not a real moneymaker, but a decent earner for a reasonably safe bet. ➡️ Bet on the fight to finish in less than four rounds at 11/8 odds with Betfred 📺 How to watch UFC 330 UFC 330 takes place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, August 15, 2026. HBO Max is the new streaming home of TNT Sports in the UK, having taken over from Discovery+ on March 26, 2026. For UK viewers, the early prelims begin at 10 PM BST, the prelims at midnight, and the main card at 2am on Sunday, August 16, with Makhachev vs Machado Garry expected around 4 AM BST. Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Date and time: Saturday, August 15; main card from 2am BST on Sunday, August 16 How to watch: TNT Sports and HBO Max UFC 330 undercard UFC 330 features a strong supporting card alongside the welterweight title fight, with a second championship bout between Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson being the other highlight and co-main event. The card has undergone some late changes, including Jose Ochoa withdrawing from his fight with Charles Johnson and being replaced by Eduardo Chapolin. Main card Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry – UFC Welterweight Championship Mackenzie Dern vs Gillian Robertson – UFC Women’s Strawweight Championship Jalin Turner vs Kauê Fernandes – Lightweight Mansur Abdul-Malik vs Dustin Stoltzfus – Middleweight Edson Barboza vs Esteban Ribovics – Lightweight Prelims Chidi Njokuani vs Joel Álvarez – Welterweight Charles Johnson vs Eduardo Chapolin – Catchweight Donte Johnson vs Eric McConico – Middleweight Vicente Luque vs Tresean Gore – Middleweight Early prelims Rafael Tobias vs Lucas Fernando – Light Heavyweight Neil Magny vs Ramiz Brahimaj – Welterweight Jeremiah Wells vs Myktybek Orolbai – Welterweight About the author Craig Mahood Craig Mahood is an expert in sports betting and online casinos and has worked with the company since 2020. He joined the Betting & Gaming team at The Sun in June 2022 and works closely with the leading bookmakers and online gaming companies to provide content on all areas of sports betting and gaming. 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