Credit: Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLCA top UFC welterweight will weigh in at UFC 330 should anything happen to either Islam Makhachev or Ian Machado Garry ahead of fight night. UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will make his first title defense against Ian Machado Garry in the UFC 330 main event next month. Makhachev vs. Garry is one of the most intriguing stylistic matchups of the 2026 calendar year. Michael Morales set as Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry backup amidst fight rumorsAs first reported by MMA Junkie, rising welterweight star Michael Morales will serve as the UFC 330 backup to Makhachev vs. Garry next month in Philadelphia. What is your prediction for Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry?