Ian Machado Garry didn’t hold back when responding to claims made by a former UFC champion regarding his podcast appearance refusal.
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The 26-year-old rising star of the UFC faced disappointment when his UFC 296 bout against Vicente Luque fell through during fight week. However, Machado Garry is now gearing up for a comeback at UFC 298 where he’ll face Geoff Neal.
Quinton “Rampage” Jackson recently appeared on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani and mentioned Machado Garry while discussing his JAXXON Podcast, alleging that the Irish fighter declined to be a guest. Machado Garry swiftly refuted Jackson’s claim in a video shared on his Instagram story.
Jackson’s remarks on Helwani’s show also delved into Machado Garry’s personal life, echoing sentiments previously expressed by Sean Strickland and Colby Covington. This stirred a strong reaction from the UFC’s #10-ranked welterweight.
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In response, the fiery Machado Garry announced in his video that he would no longer be appearing on Jackson’s podcast as planned. He didn’t shy away from expressing his discontent, directing colorful expletives at the former UFC titleholder.
Apart from this podcast dispute, Jackson recently made headlines with news of his upcoming professional boxing debut against former heavyweight champion Shannon Briggs in June.
Machado Garry’s impassioned reaction isn’t out of character, as he’s known for his outspoken nature among UFC fighters. Fans can anticipate hearing more from the Irishman during the lead-up to his UFC 298 bout against Neal, as Machado Garry is sure to make his presence felt both inside and outside the Octagon.
