Shavkat Rakhmonov’s journey to this point hasn’t been a walk in the park. When original title challenger Belal Muhammad had to withdraw due to injury, many fighters backed away from the opportunity. Not Ian Garry, though. He’s the kind of fighter who stays ready, hungry for competition, and unwilling to let a setback derail his momentum.
The plot thickens with a curious backstory involving past sparring sessions between ‘The Nomad’ and ‘The Future’. Garry’s team released sparring footage that caught everyone’s attention, but Rakhmonov has some intriguing thoughts about what wasn’t shown.
“At the time, even though his wife asked me if she can film the footage of us sparring, I accepted it. But they didn’t ask me if they can release it or not. I wonder why they didn’t release the other part of the sparring,” said Rakhmonov via The Ariel Helwani Show.
He casually dropped a bombshell, suggesting that the released clips were carefully curated. According to Shavkat Rakhmonov, he submitted Ian Garry during their training – a choke that apparently didn’t make the reel.
Despite his confidence, he does not underestimate Ian Garry. He recognizes his opponent as a “good tactician” who comes prepared with solid game plans. This fight isn’t just about past sparring sessions or who tapped whom during training. For Shavkat Rakhmonov, it’s about winning—plain and simple.
Ian Garry Vows To Take Shavkat Rakhmonov’s 0 In Their Upcoming Fight
In this intense MMA arena, two undefeated welterweights are about to clash in a fight that could reshape their entire careers. Garry, the charismatic Irish fighter, has set his sights on a massive challenge: breaking Shavkat Rakhmonov’s perfect record.
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The backstory of this matchup is almost as compelling as the fight itself. Originally, Shavkat Rakhmonov was supposed to challenge Belal Muhammad for the welterweight title. When Muhammad withdrew due to injury, many top fighters turned down the opportunity. But not Ian Garry. He stepped up, hungry for a chance to prove himself against one of the division’s most dangerous rising stars.
“Honestly, I was pushing for the Shavkat fight… We both respect each other. He probably respects me a lot less than I respect him, which is okay. That’s the way it should be at that point in our careers. But the truth is, I will take his 0, and I will take that belt,” Garry said on his YouTube channel.
Both fighters bring impressive credentials to the octagon. Ian Garry has a perfect 15-0 record, while Shavkat Rakhmonov boasts an even more impressive 18-0 record. They’ve actually trained together in the past, which adds an extra layer of intrigue to their upcoming battle. Their shared history makes this more than just another fight—it’s a clash of wills, techniques, and ambitions.
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