Ian Machado Garry didn’t just win in Qatar; he walked out of the arena believing he had cracked the UFC’s welterweight hierarchy. But when Islam Makhachev suggested Kamaru Usman as his desired first opponent, “The Future” took it personally. To him, it was more than just a poor choice; it was an insult to what he believes he has already earned.

Following the biggest win of his career, Garry has been more vocal than ever about where he stands in the division. The 28-year-old believes the new champion should fight him next, not a former champion who has only one win after years of losses. And when given the mic, Garry didn’t disguise the frustration building behind the scenes, ripping squarely at Usman’s claim to the throne.

Ian Garry shuts down Kamaru Usman’s title ambitions

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