Islam Makhachev made history at UFC 330, extending his win streak to 17 consecutive fights. This victory reportedly broke a previous record. Dana White acknowledged Makhachev's achievement, highlighting the significance of this new record. The win came after a tough 25-minute battle against Ian Machado Garry in the main event, where Makhachev ultimately secured a points victory.
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- UFC 333, Islam Makhachev’s next title defense odds revealed (Sherdog)
- Islam Makhachev breaks down Ian Garry’s tricky UFC 330 strategy (Sherdog)
- ‘Losing means nothing’... Ian Machado Garry inspired by Charles Oliveira’s 37-11 record after UFC 330 (Bloody Elbow)
- ‘I’m bulletproof in my mind’: Ian Machado Garry vows to return after UFC 330 loss to Islam Makhachev (The Mac Life)
- Ian Garry confronts Michael Morales at UFC 330: ‘Make sure you back it up’ (Sherdog)
- UFC 330 shatters records in Philadelphia (MMA Weekly)
- Dan Hardy Thinks Ian Garry’s Friendliness With Islam Makhachev Was “Performative” (LowKick MMA)
- UFC 333, Islam Makhachev’s next title defense odds revealed (Yahoo Sports)
- Dana White Reacts to Islam Makhachev’s UFC Win Streak Record (Yahoo Sports)
- UFC 330 Bonuses: 39-second knockout banked big (MMA Weekly)
- Neil Magny closes in on Jim Miller’s all-time UFC wins record (Sherdog)
- Ian Machado Garry releases statement following UFC 330 loss to Islam Makhachev (MMA Weekly)
- Cris Cyborg Says Women’s MMA Doubters Still Drive Her Before PFL Tampa Farewell Fight (MiddleEasy)
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This story ran in the August 17, 2026 edition of the daily show.