After suffering his first career loss at UFC 310 to Shavkat Rakhmonov, Ian Garry will look to bounce back from a tough decision defeat. Despite showing resilience and even locking in a near-submission on Rakhmonov, Garry struggled to maintain control throughout the fight, which was dominated by Rakhmonov’s grappling and pressure. With a professional record of 15-1, Garry remains a promising talent in the UFC welterweight division.

The next logical step for Garry could be a matchup against fellow top contender Jack Della Maddalena. Della Maddalena, who recently extended his winning streak with a spectacular knockout over Gilbert Burns at UFC 299, has solidified himself as a top-five fighter in the division and offers a striking-heavy style that would test Garry’s stand-up and overall well-rounded game. This clash could be an exciting crossroads for both fighters, with Garry aiming to prove himself against another elite prospect while Della Maddalena seeks to continue his ascent toward a title shot.

Ian Garry

Professional Record: 15-1
UFC Welterweight Ranking: #7

Last Five Fights:

* Loss vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov – Decision (unanimous), UFC 310, Round 5
* Win vs. Michael Page – Decision (unanimous), UFC 303, Round 3
* Win vs. Geoff Neal – Decision (split), UFC 298, Round 3
* Win vs. Neil Magny – Decision (unanimous), UFC 292, Round 3
* Win vs. Daniel Rodriguez – TKO (head kick and punches), UFC on ABC: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida, Round 1

Garry’s striking prowess and solid defensive grappling make him a dangerous opponent, but his next test may require him to showcase a broader range of skills against a versatile and powerful fighter like Della Maddalena.

Jack Della Maddalena

Professional Record: 17-2
UFC Welterweight Ranking: #4

Last Five Fights:

* Win vs. Gilbert Burns – KO (knee and elbows), UFC 299, Round 3
* Win vs. Kevin Holland – Decision (split), UFC Fight Night: Grasso vs. Shevchenko 2, Round 3
* Win vs. Bassil Hafez – Decision (split), UFC on ESPN: Holm vs. Bueno Silva, Round 3
* Win vs. Randy Brown – Submission (rear-naked choke), UFC 284, Round 1
* Win vs. Danny Roberts – TKO (punches), UFC Fight Night: Nzechukwu vs. Cuțelaba, Round 1

Della Maddalena’s striking, particularly his knockout power, has made him one of the most dangerous fighters in the division. Against Garry, Della Maddalena's aggression and ability to finish could put the Irishman’s skills to the test, while Garry’s defense and tactical approach would be crucial in overcoming the Australian’s pressure.