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Ian Machado Garry closing as betting favorite to beat Vicente Luque at UFC 296 next month

Undefeated welterweight striker, Ian Machado Garry is closing as a significant betting favorite to beat perennial contender, Vicente Luque in their upcoming clash at UFC 296 next month in the final flagship event of the year – as the Dubliner looks to maintain his undefeated professional record.

Machado Garry, the current number ten ranked welterweight contender, has enjoyed a spectacular run inside the promotion’s Octagon since landing in the organization back in 2021 – turning in six consecutive victories.

Last time out, the former, Cage Warriors welterweight gold holder managed to defeat division staple and most winningest welterweight, Neil Magny back at UFC 292 in August, going the distance over the course of three one-sided rounds in his favor.