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Ian Machado Garry to Battle Michael Page at UFC 303

Ian Machado Garry, the undefeated Irish sensation, is set to clash with Michael "MVP" Page at UFC 303 on June 29 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This welterweight bout promises fireworks, as both fighters aim to prove their dominance in the division.

Garry, who boasts a perfect 14-0 MMA record and 7-0 in the UFC, initially had his sights set on a higher-ranked opponent, specifically Colby Covington. However, with no top-five fighters available, Garry had to reconsider his options. "I wasn’t remotely interested in this fight, I’m not going to lie," Garry admitted. "I was looking for a top-five opponent, but there was no one available above me to fight. So now I had no choice if I wanted to fight."

The Unlikely Matchup: Garry vs. Page

Despite his initial reluctance, Garry recognized the value in facing Page, a fighter known for his flashy style and impressive 22-2 MMA record. Page, ranked seven spots below Garry in the UFC welterweight standings, is no stranger to high-stakes bouts, having secured a victory in his UFC debut.

"But to look down and go, ‘Who’s the biggest name? Who’s the biggest test that UFC fans want to see me go up against?’ – everyone was saying Michael Page, then that’s the one guy to make it happen with," Garry explained. "But I wasn’t remotely interested in fighting him."

Proving Superiority in the Octagon

Garry is determined to demonstrate his superiority over Page in every aspect of MMA. He has even pushed for their fight to be a five-round co-main event, confident in his ability to outclass Page. "I believe I’m levels above him in every single way, shape and form, and this is just an opportunity to show it, to prove it to people," Garry stated.

"I can go, ‘You guys think this guy is good?’ OK, let’s see when he shows up on June 29 in Las Vegas. Let’s see when we stand in that octagon, I’ll use him as an example."

The Stakes and What’s Next

This bout offers Garry a chance to solidify his status as a top contender in the welterweight division and possibly set the stage for future high-profile matchups. For Page, it’s an opportunity to climb the rankings and make a statement against an undefeated opponent.

Fans around the world will be eagerly tuning in, as this fight promises to be an electrifying showcase of skill and determination. Whether Garry’s confidence translates into a dominant performance or Page’s experience and flair pose unexpected challenges, UFC 303 is shaping up to be an event not to be missed.

Editor: Yana Davydiuk