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Ian Machado Garry confronts Michael Morales backstage at UFC 330: "All the sh*t you talk, it’s OK"

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Ian Machado Garry had a run-in with Michael Morales backstage once UFC 330 wrapped up.

Things didn't exactly get hostile between “The Future†and the rising 170-pound contender, but Garry took exception to a recent claim made by Morales. Prior to his welterweight title fight against Islam Makhachev this past Saturday, Garry made it clear that he wasn't impressed by Morales' level of opposition. He also felt the Ecuadorian star needs to have another fight against a top contender.

After Garry was defeated by Makhachev via unanimous decision, he ran into Morales backstage. The two were cordial, but Garry wasn't happy with Morales for what he claims is a made-up story about their first meeting in person (h/t MMAFighting).

“All the sh*t you talk, it's OK,†Garry said. “Make sure you back it up. I don't know whatever story you made up about meeting me, I've never encountered that sort, you know that, right? “Listen, you're a good fighter. Show up, keep winning, and you can do anything. Does that make sense? You've got massive fights in this division. You've got me, you've got [Carlos] Prates, you've got Islam. Show up and fight. Does that make sense? You're an animal. You're strong.â€

Morales could end up emerging as the next No. 1 contender for Makhachev's UFC Welterweight Championship. Some have been calling for Carlos Prates and Morales to throw down with a title shot at stake. The 170-pound ruler plans to have his next fight by January 2027 at the latest, which would be before Ramadan.

If it takes Makhachev until early next year to fight, then Morales and Prates will almost certainly have to step back inside the Octagon in that span barring injuries. Morales actually made weight to serve as an emergency fighter if he was needed for the UFC 330 main event.

What did you make of the conversation between Ian Machado Garry and Michael Morales? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Pros react after Salahdine Parnasse stops Dan Hooker at UFC Paris

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Today's UFC Paris event was headlined by a lightweight contest featuring Dan Hooker taking on Salahdine Parnasse.

Hooker (24-15 MMA) had entered the contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘The Hangman' had most previously competed this past February at UFC 325 in Sydney, where he suffered a second-round TKO loss to Benoit Saint Denis. That setback was preceded by a submission defeat to Arman Tsarukyan in November of last year. Prior to those losses, Dan Hooker had put together a three-fight winning streak, a stretch which included victories over Jalin Turner and Mateusz Gamrot.

Meanwhile, Salahdine Parnasse (24-2 MMA) was making his Octagon debut this evening in Paris. The former two-division KSW champion had entered the contest on a five-fight winning streak, with his most recent victory coming over Kenneth Cross at May's ‘Rousey vs. Carano' MVP MMA event.

Tonight's UFC Paris headliner proved to be a coming out party for Salahdine Parnasse. The former KSW champion made quick work of Dan Hooker, disposing of ‘The Hangman' in the very first round. The finishing sequence began with a kick to the liver and ended with a nasty left hand that sent Hooker crashing to the canvas. It was an impressive showing for the UFC newcomer and sets him up for a high profile fight next time up.

Official UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse def. Dan Hooker via KO (punches) at 2:35 of Round 1

Check out how the pros reacted to ‘Hooker vs. Parnasse' below:

Post-fight reactions to Parnasse defeating Hooker at UFC Paris:

Who would you like to see Salahdine Parnasse fight next following his knockout victory over Dan Hooker this afternoon in France? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!

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UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse KO's Dan Hooker (Video)

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We have you covered for all of today's UFC Paris results, including the lightweight main event between Dan Hooker and Salahdine Parnasse.

Hooker (24-14 MMA) will enter the contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘The Hangman' most previously competed this past February at UFC 325 in Sydney, where he suffered a second-round TKO loss to Benoit Saint Denis. That setback was preceded by a submission loss to Arman Tsarukyan in November of last year. Prior to those defeats, Dan Hooker had put together a three-fight winning streak, a stretch which included victories over Jalin Turner and Mateusz Gamrot.

Meanwhile, Salahdine Parnasse (23-2 MMA) will be making his Octagon debut this evening in Paris. The former two-division KSW champion will enter the contest on a five-fight winning streak, with his most recent victory coming over Kenneth Cross at May's ‘Rousey vs. Carano' MVP MMA event.

Round one of the UFC Paris headliner begins and Dan Hooker is being very patient early. Salahdine Parnasse is using a lot of feints and movement. Both men connect with kicks from range. Hooker continues to dish out the low kicks, but Parnasse is checking most of them. Salahdine is backing ‘The Hangman' up against the cage. A heavy body kick from Parnasse hurts Hooker! That looked like a liver shot. Hooker is doubled over and covering up! Salahdine Parnasse swarms him with shots. A big left hand drops the UFC veteran and this one is all over! WOW! What a debut!

Official UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse def. Dan Hooker via KO (punches) at 2:35 of Round 1

Who would you like to see Parnasse fight next following his knockout victory over Hooker this afternoon in France? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!

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UFC Paris Results: Axel Sola KO's Fares Ziam (Video)

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We have you covered for all of today's UFC Paris results, including the lightweight co-main event between Fares Ziam and Axel Sola.

Ziam (18-5 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a decision loss to Tom Nolan in his most recent Octagon appearance this past June. Prior to that setback, the ‘Smile Killer' had strung together a six-fight winning streak, a stretch which included knockout victories over Matt Frevola and Nazim Sadykhov.

Meanwhile, Axel Sola (12-1-1 MMA) most previously competed this past July, where he scored a first-round submission victory over Ismael Bonfim. Prior to that triumph, the Frenchman was coming off the first loss of his professional career which he suffered at the hands of Mason Jones by way of unanimous decision.

Round one of the UFC Paris co-headliner begins and both men come out swinging. Fares Ziam with a jab. He comes forward with another, but Axel Sola counters him with a big overhand left. Both men hit the floor, but Ziam is out cold. Sola with a couple of follow up shots before the referee jumps in. WOW! What a performance from Axel in France!

Official UFC Paris Results: Axel Sola def. Fares Ziam via KO (punch) at 1:40 of Round 1

Who would you like to see Sola fight next following his knockout victory over Ziam this afternoon in France? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!

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