“Would Get Ragdolled Like the Clown He Is”: ‘Next Conor McGregor’ Ian Garry’s Call-Out to Khamzat Chimaev Rubs Fans the Wrong Way

‘Machado’ really said that? Ever since Welterweight Ian ‘Machado’ Garry debuted at UFC 268, popular opinion has dubbed him as the ‘next Conor McGregor.’ Notably, the Irish prodigy recently starred in the UFC 292 PPV welterweight clash – where he won his 13th fight in a row, dismantling Geoff Neal’s replacement Neil Magny. 

Amid all the buzz around Conor McGregor‘s compatriot, one particular question is on the mind of every ‘Machado’ fan – who’s next on this Irish prodigy’s radar? Days after his recent win, rumors are pouring in claiming that the Welterweight is eyeing a fellow Welterweight – who shares a similar pathway of rising in the UFC. Guess who it is? We’re talking about the undefeated Dagestani Welterweight prodigy – Khamzat Chimaev. So, is Garry really serious about his face-off against a seasoned UFC rival? 

‘Next Conor McGregor’ Ian Garry is eyeing a Khamzat Chimaev face-off

Whatever the case, ‘Machado’s recent claims demanding such a matchup have not resonated with fans – as they think he’s just trying to ride the momentum of his win and is getting carried away. So, what could’ve led to an outpouring of fan reactions and comments dismissing this notion? Well, a Reddit post recently went viral for all the wrong reasons – after it claimed that Garry is eyeing a ‘dream’ matchup with the Dagestani ‘Borz.’ The Reddit post caption read: “Ian Machado Garry wants ‘dream opponent’ Khamzat Chimaev: ‘Let me punch the mouth off him.’”

It’s important to note that Chimaev already has a bout lined up – against Paulo Costa at UFC 294. After this fight comes through – if ‘Borz’ comes out on top, he could very well be in line for a title shot. Hence, it looks like Garry is trying to take his chances against this seasoned prodigy – so that he can rise up in the rankings and get a title shot for himself. But the popular sentiment among fans seems to be a dislike towards this narrative. How? Check out the fan reactions to this notion.

Fans are dismissive of bold claims made by Irish prodigy Ian Garry

After the post went viral for all the wrong reasons, fans poured in with some amusing yet over-the-top comments. While Garry’s ambition to challenge himself against an accomplished adversary is commendable – fans’ reactions highlight the challenge of striking the right balance between ambition and practicality.

One fan skeptically emphasized: “Captain coldsore strikes again.”

Another netizen quipped, “Feed him to Chimaev.” This reflects a popular sentiment that Garry might be biting off more than he can chew.

What’s more – others drew humorous comparisons, equating Garry’s challenge to amusing analogies. A netizen remarked, “This is the equivalent of Islam calling out Brock lesnar but 1000x more pathetic.”

Several fans expressed their belief in Chimaev’s dominance, asserting,

“Khamzat eats him alive.”

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Moreover, critiques emerged, highlighting Garry’s inability to finish Magny. Some even questioned his caliber against an opponent like Chimaev.

“Guy couldn’t finish Magny, tf is he gonna do to someone that took full power shots from Burns like they were nothing.”

“Chimney would likely wreck him I vote yes.”

The sentiment of Garry’s challenge being ill-advised continued, with fans suggesting,

“He would get ragdolled like the clown he is, but he knows that Chimaev doesn’t fight at that weight class anymore.”

On the other hand, some supporters backed Garry’s move, saying, “Yes! Call his bluff! Make it happen!”

In conclusion. Ian ‘Machado’ Garry’s call-out of Khamzat Chimaev has sparked fervent discussions. As the MMA landscape continues to evolve, Garry’s call-out serves as a reminder that the sport thrives on the clash of personalities, aspirations, and opinions that fuel its vibrant fanbase. But will ‘Machado’ be able to get the UFC President to sing to his tune? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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