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Islam Makhachev criticizes Ian Machado Garry for overdoing respectful gestures during UFC 330 fight: "This is not a game"

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Islam Makhachev believes Ian Machado Garry could've toned down all the hugging during the UFC 330 main event.

Makhachev put the welterweight title at stake against Garry this past Saturday in Philadelphia. Makhachev held Garry up against the fence throughout the opening frame before dropping the challenger with a head kick during the second stanza. Garry had his strongest showing in the third round, but Makhachev regained control in rounds four and five with his grappling to secure the unanimous decision victory.

Garry often had moments where he showed respect for the 170-pound champion, daping him up and even hugging the surefire future UFC Hall of Famer. During the UFC 330 post-fight press conference, Makhachev admitted he felt the gestures were a bit over the top (via MMAFighting).

“Honestly, I don't understand,†Makhachev said. “This is a fight. This is not something we have to hug each other every round. We're going to war. We're going to break the face, to break the eye. I respect all my opponents. But [maybe he's young]. He respects too much. “I respect him. He's a good guy. Very kind. But this is a war. Look at my face. I just come to beat everything. It's not something you have to play. This is a fight. This is not a game.â€

Garry has said that his goal of becoming a UFC champion remains, and he believes there is plenty of time to fulfill his goal. For now, the Irish star will need to readjust before stepping back inside the Octagon. As for Makhachev, he has two eager contenders waiting for him in Carlos Prates and Michael Morales.

Makhachev will have some time to rest after earning his first successful welterweight title defense, but he plans to return before Ramadan. That would mean his next fight would be in January 2027 at the latest.

Did you find Ian Machado Garry's show of respect to be overbearing during the UFC 330 main event? Let us know what you thought 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:

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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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