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Ian Garry addresses UFC 296 exit through flu: ‘This annoys me more than anyone, I want to fight’

Ian Garry addesses UFC 296 exit this annoys me I want to fightAmid his exit from a scheduled welterweight fight with Vicente Luque this weekend at UFC 296, undefeated striker, Ian…

Ian Garry addesses UFC 296 exit this annoys me I want to fight

Amid his exit from a scheduled welterweight fight with Vicente Luque this weekend at UFC 296, undefeated striker, Ian Garry has claimed he is “annoyed” more than anyone else at his exit from the flagship card, as he deals with pneumonia. 

Garry, who was scheduled to feature in a high-stakes welterweight clash at UFC 296 later this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada, was removed from the three round affair with Luque, with UFC CEO, Dana White confirming how flu-like symptoms eventually resulted in pneumonia, forcing medical officials to rule the Dubliner from the card. 

“Alright, guys, I know it’s out there – there’s some speculation that Ian Garry and (Vicente) Luque is off, it is true,” Dana White said on his official X account in a video posted. “Ian Garry started with the flu, that turned into pneumonia, so that fight is off and is not happening. It is true.” 

Slated to appear during Wednesday’s media day availability to speak with assembled press, Garry’s manager and wife, Layla Anna-Lee confirmed how the 25-year-old would not be able to attend the function, however, had every “intention” of appearing at a press conference, slated for later today.

And following Anna-Lee’s statement, reports emerged detailing how Garry had been forced from his fight with Luque this weekend. 

Ian Garry addresses UFC 296 exit, voices displeasure

Releasing a statement addressing his withdrawal from UFC 296, Portmarnock native, Garry confirmed how UFC medical staff forced his exit from a bout with Luque, much to his annoyance.

“Spoke to Ian Garry moments ago,” Ariel Helwani posted. “I have pneumonia. They tried to help me. I the end, UFC doctor said there’s no chance I can fight. The UFC doctor made the call. This annoys me more than anyone. I want to fight. It’s my favorite thing to do.” 

What do you make of Ian Garry’s exit from his UFC 296 fight with Vicente Luque?

Breaking – Ian Garry withdraws from uFC 296 return amid battle with flu, fight with vicente Luque axed from card

Ian Garry withdraws from UFC 296 amid battle with the flu fight with Vicente Luque cancelledUndefeated welterweight contender, Ian Garry is officially out of his scheduled main card clash with Brazilian-American, Vicente Luque at…

Ian Garry withdraws from UFC 296 amid battle with the flu fight with Vicente Luque cancelled

Undefeated welterweight contender, Ian Garry is officially out of his scheduled main card clash with Brazilian-American, Vicente Luque at UFC 296 this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada, with the Portmarnock striker reportedly battling with pneumonia and flu like symptoms ahead of the event.

Garry, the current number ten ranked welterweight contender, was scheduled to make his fourth Octagon walk of the year at this weekend’s pay-per-view event in ‘Sin City’ – taking on Kill Cliff FC training partner, Luque in a high-stakes matchup at 170 pounds.

Skirting media day obligations last night at the UFC Apex facility, Garry was expected to attend tonight’s press conference ahead of the slated UFC 296 card on Saturday.

Ian Garry forced from UFC 296 return this weekend

However, UFC CEO, Dana White has now confirmed that Garry will not be featuring against Luque at UFC 296 this weekend, with the 25-year-old battling with pneumonia ahead of the bout, with Luque removed from the card entirely with a replacement fighter unavailable on such short-notice.

“Alright, guys, I know it’s out there – there’s some speculation that Ian Garry and (Vicente) Luque is off, it is true,” Dana White said on his official X account in a video posted. “Ian Garry started with the flu, that turned into pneumonia, so that fight is off and is not happening. It is true.” 

Last featuring at UFC 292 back in August of this year, Garry turned in his thirteenth straight professional victory, with the former Cage Warriors welterweight champion defeating division stalwart, Neil Magny in a one-sided unanimous decision victory. 

Garry himself has since addressed his withdrawal from the bout, revealing he wants to fight, however, was removed from the event by medical staff.

“Spoke to Ian Garry moments ago,” Ariel Helwani posted. “I have pneumonia. They tried to help me. I the end, UFC doctor said there’s no chance I can fight. The UFC doctor made the call. This annoys me more than anyone. I want to fight. It’s my favorite thing to do.” 

Who do you want to see Ian Garry fight in his return next year?

Report – Ian Garry skips UFC 296 media day commitments amid public scrutiny on personal life

Ian Garry skips UFC 296 media day commitments amid public scrunity on personal lifeUnbeaten welterweight contender, Ian Garry will not complete his fight week media obligations during today’s availability on media day…

Ian Garry skips UFC 296 media day commitments amid public scrunity on personal life

Unbeaten welterweight contender, Ian Garry will not complete his fight week media obligations during today’s availability on media day according to his wife and manager, Layla Anna-Lee – amid rumors the Dublin striker will also choose to skip tomorrow’s slated pre-fight press conference.

Garry, the current number ten ranked welterweight contender, has been the subject of much scrutiny in the weeks ahead of his pivotal main card clash with Vicente Luque at UFC 296 this weekend, with fans and pundits questioning the 25-year-old’s relationship with the above-mentioned, Anna-Lee. 

Sidelined since he featured at UFC 292 back in August, Portmarnock native, Ian Garry improved to 13-0 at the flagship event in Boston, Massachusetts, defeating the division’s most winningest fighter, Neil Magny in a one-sided unanimous decision shutout win.

Ian Garry set to skirt today’s media day obligations

And vowing to turn recent attraction on his personal life into a positive at UFC 296 this weekend and land a devastating win over training partner, Luque, Garry – who was slated to attend today’s media availability as the first fighter on the bill, will skirt the commitments – however, intends to attend tomorrow’s pre-fight conference.

“I texted Ian Machado Garrys’ wife, Layla, to ask if it’s true he won’t be attending the #UFC296 media day,” Andy Stevenson posted on X. “Just received the below response: “True, Ian is not present for media day.” 

“A response re: tomorrow’s #UFC296 press conference,” Answer: “Ian has ever intention to be at press conference.” 

Ian Garry’s decision to avoid today’s media day availability for assembled press comes off the back of admissions from the Dubliner that he was “cautious about going to America” amid public opinion on his relationship with the above-mentioned, Anna-Lee.

The former Cage Warriors welterweight champion allegedly recently crossed paths with undisputed middleweight champion, Sean Strickland at the UFC Performance Institute in Nevada, with the latter later offering to settle their differences in an altercation. 

Leon Edwards welcomes title fight with rival Ian Machado Garry after UFC 296: ‘He’s a bit of a snake’

Leon Edwards welcomes fight Ian Machado Garry after UFC 296 he's a bit of a snakePreparing to take on former interim welterweight champion, Colby Covington at UFC 296 this weekend, incumbent division best, Leon…

Leon Edwards welcomes fight Ian Machado Garry after UFC 296 he's a bit of a snake

Preparing to take on former interim welterweight champion, Colby Covington at UFC 296 this weekend, incumbent division best, Leon Edwards has welcomed the possibility of a run-in inside the Octagon with Irish contender, Ian Machado Garry in the future, branding the Dubliner a “snake” amid their recent training fall out. 

Edwards, the current undisputed welterweight champion, has been sidelined since he headlined UFC 286 back in March of this year in London, landing a close, majority decision win over former champion and prior pound-for-pound number one, Kamaru Usman in the pair’s championship trilogy rubber match.

Leon Edwards talks potential Ian Machado Garry clash

As for Machado Garry, the Portmarnock striker also features at UFC 296 this weekend – taking on perennial contender, Vicente Luque in a high-stakes main card clash, attempting to improve to 14-0 as a professional.

In his most recent outing, the former Team KF staple took home a one-sided unanimous decision shutout win over Neil Magny – defeating the division’s most winningest fighter at UFC 292 back in August in Boston.

And addressing the Dubliner’s recent booting from his home facility, Team Renagade BJJ & MMA in Birmingham, Edwards distanced himself from a prolonged rift, before welcoming a fight with the outspoken challenger in the future, whom was labelled a “snake” to boot.

“We didn’t really have a fall out,” Leon Edwards told TalkSPORT during a recent interview. “You know, he (Ian Machado Garry) trained at my gym for like two weeks. So, he wasn’t actually like a teammate, he kind of bounced around different gyms.”

“The coaches suspected he was a little bit of a snake because he was telling me information about gyms he has been at,” Leon Edwards explained. “We thought, ‘Maybe this guy is not the right guy for the gym’, and they asked him to leave. He’s got a big fight on his hands this Saturday night, and we’ll see down the line. If he keeps winning, why not? If he keeps winning, but I think he’s a long way away from the title shot.” 

Who wins in a future fight after UFC 296: Leon Edwards or Ian Machado Garry?

UFC 296 headliner Colby Covington is willing to accept an ‘easy fight’ against Ian Garry: ‘He’s a complete bum’

Colby CovingtonColby Covington doesn’t think too highly of Ian Machado Garry. As both fighters march toward their respective bouts at…

Colby Covington

Colby Covington doesn’t think too highly of Ian Machado Garry.

As both fighters march toward their respective bouts at UFC 296 this Saturday night (December 16), fight fans are eagerly awaiting the moment that both ‘Chaos’ and ‘The Future’ step on stage for the pre-fight press event ahead of the promotion’s final pay-per-view of the year.

Of course, Colby Covington isn’t interested in waiting to fire off some rounds at the fast-rising Irish star. Speaking with Karisa Maxwell of Sporting News, the two-time welterweight contender offered his take on Garry’s skill set. Or in this case, the lack thereof.

“You know with Ian, all I’ve got to say is, if you step in sh*t junior, you better wash it off your shoes,” Covington said. “The guy’s irrelevant. He hasn’t won any high-level fights against anybody in the top five, let alone the top three and he’s talking a big game. The guy’s got no f*cking skill. He’s a complete bum.”

Covington sees a fight with Garry as an ‘easy layup’

Asked if he would be interested in a fight with Garry, Covington said he would accept the fight should the UFC offer it, but he suspects the promotion is interested in protecting the Irishman as he continues to work his way up the ladder.

“If the UFC wants to give me an easy fight, an easy layup, sure, I’ll take it, but I don’t think the UFC is going to do that. They’re probably going to try and protect him.”

While Covington has had plenty to say about Ian Machado Garry, the staunch Trump supporter has stayed busy gearing up for his third, and presumably final shot at the welterweight championship. After coming up short against former titleholder Kamaru Usman on two separate occasions, Covington hopes his third time will be the charm as he meets current champ, Leon Edwards, in the UFC 296 headliner.

As for Garry, he will face his toughest test to date when he meets the No. 8 ranked welterweight contender, Vicente Luque.

Ian Machado Garry vows to make ‘Easy work’ of Vicente Luque in UFC 296 fight: ‘Watch me’

Ian Machado Garry vows to make easy work of Vicente Luque at UFC 296 watch meUndefeated welterweight contender, Ian Machado Garry has vowed to silence the noise surrounding his personal life in the run-up…

Ian Machado Garry vows to make easy work of Vicente Luque at UFC 296 watch me

Undefeated welterweight contender, Ian Machado Garry has vowed to silence the noise surrounding his personal life in the run-up to his UFC 296 main card clash with Brazilian-American contender, Vicente Luque, and make “easy work” of the perennial challenger this weekend.

Garry, the current number ten ranked welterweight contender, improved to 13-0 as a professional in his most recent outing back in August, landing a one-sided unanimous decision win over another staple welterweight, Neil Magny in the pair’s main card outing.

The victory came as Garry’s sixth consecutively under the banner of the Octagon, since his landing in the UFC following welterweight title success with Cage Warriors back in 2021. 

And to the consensus, Garry will face the most high-profile opponent and most difficult test of his young career to date in his fight with Luque this weekend at UFC 296.

Ian Machado Garry vows to beat Vicente Luque handily at UFC 296

However, as far as the brash Portmarnock native is concerned, a new version of him with enter the Octagon at UFC 296 this weekend in Las Vegas – vowing to make “easy work” of Luque.

“I think one thing I want to say to the fans is that you are going to see a very different Ian Machado Garry in the Octagon on December 16th because I’m going in there with a lot more emotions,” Ian Machado Garry told Bro Bible during a recent interview.

“And when you give me emotions, I fight so much better with these emotions,” Ian Machado Garry explained. “So, watch me harness them and make easy work of Vicente (Luque) [at UFC 296].” 

Prior to his decision win over the most winningest welterweight, Magny back in August, Garry turned in a pair of back-to-back knockout wins over both Daniel Rodriguez, and recent UFC Vegas 83 feature, Kenan Song. 

Who wins at UFC 296 this weekend: Ian Machado Garry or Vicente Luque?