SÃO PAULO – After clinching his seventh consecutive victory in the octagon with a unanimous decision win over Geoff Neal at UFC 298, Ian Machado Garry is not resting on his laurels. Instead, he’s setting his sights on one man: Colby Covington.
The Future’s determination to face Covington was palpable during a recent visit to the Tiro Certo Golfe studio in São Paulo, where he engaged in a round of indoor golf with MMA Fighting’s Guilherme Cruz. Garry expressed his eagerness to square off against Covington at UFC 303, scheduled for June 29 in Las Vegas.
“I don’t care when it is. I just want him as the opponent. I want him to be a man and step into the octagon and face his fears,” asserted Garry. “Face the man he’s talked a lot of s*** about, and watch what happens when you get in there.”
Covington, who fell short in his latest bid for welterweight gold against Leon Edwards at UFC 296, has long been in Garry’s crosshairs. Garry’s motivation stems not only from Covington’s stature in the division but also from the verbal jabs directed at him and his family.
“I’m going to make sure that he regrets every word he’s said,” declared Garry. “But I also know that even if it was the best Colby Covington we have ever seen, he would never stand a chance against me.”
Garry, who now trains at Chute Boxe in São Paulo, harbors dreams of competing in Brazil. However, he acknowledges that coaxing Covington into a bout on Brazilian soil might prove futile.
“I don’t think Colby Covington wants to come back to Rio after all the s*** he said last time he was in Brazil versus Demian [Maia],” remarked Garry, alluding to Covington’s controversial post-fight comments following his victory over Maia. “I think there’s no way that happens because Colby is too much of a b****.”
Despite uncertainties surrounding the potential matchup, Garry issued a stern warning to Covington.
“You don’t deserve to be here. You don’t deserve to be at the top of the division anymore. I’m going to retire you,” vowed Garry. “All of Brazil is going to have a smile on their face when I knock you unconscious and leave you in a puddle of your blood, face down on the canvas.”
As the anticipation builds for a possible showdown between Ian Machado Garry and Colby Covington, MMA fans worldwide eagerly await the outcome of this burgeoning rivalry. Will Garry’s aspirations come to fruition, or will Covington stand in the way of his relentless pursuit of greatness? Only time will tell.
With each passing day, the tension between Garry and Covington seems to mount. Fans of the sport are left speculating about the potential fireworks that could erupt inside the octagon when these two formidable competitors finally meet face-to-face.
But Garry’s quest for glory extends beyond mere competition. It’s about proving a point, about silencing the doubters, and about standing up for what he believes in. It’s a story of passion, determination, and unwavering resolve.
Born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, Garry’s journey to the top of the MMA world has been anything but easy. From humble beginnings to the pinnacle of success, he has faced adversity head-on, never wavering in his commitment to excellence.
It’s this grit and determination that have endeared Garry to fans around the globe. His fighting spirit, combined with his undeniable talent inside the cage, has made him a force to be reckoned with in mixed martial arts.
But for Garry, it’s about more than just winning titles and accolades. It’s about leaving a legacy, about inspiring the next generation of fighters to chase their dreams relentlessly. It’s about showing the world what is possible when you refuse to back down in the face of adversity.
And so, as he sets his sights on Colby Covington, Garry does so with a sense of purpose and determination that is unmatched. He knows the road ahead will be fraught with challenges and obstacles, but he welcomes them with open arms, knowing that each victory will bring him one step closer to his ultimate goal.
As the countdown to UFC 303 continues, the anticipation continues to build. Will Garry get the opportunity to face Covington inside the octagon? And if he does, will he emerge victorious, cementing his status as one of the greatest fighters of his generation?
Only time will tell. But one thing is for certain: Ian Machado Garry will stop at nothing to achieve his dreams, no matter what stands in his way. And that, perhaps more than anything else, is what makes him a true champion in the eyes of fans everywhere.
