Ian Machado Garry earned a gritty unanimous decision win over Carlos Prates in the main event of UFC Kansas City, extending his record to 16–1. Garry showcased technical striking, sharp footwork, and well-executed takedowns throughout five rounds. While he dominated early with jabs and body kicks, Prates nearly stole the fight with a late surge in Round 5, applying heavy pressure and securing ground control. Despite the scare, Garry’s consistent control earned him the win on the scorecards (49-46, 48-47 x2), reaffirming his status as one of the top welterweights in the division.

Next up for Ian Machado Garry should be a matchup with Sean Brady. Brady is currently ranked #1 in the UFC welterweight division and is coming off a dominant submission win over former champion Leon Edwards at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady. A matchup between Garry and Brady would be a compelling clash of styles — Garry’s crisp striking and footwork versus Brady’s elite grappling and submission skills. This fight would be a logical next step in determining the next title challenger in the welterweight division.

Garry has proven he can handle pressure and go the full five rounds against a dangerous striker like Prates, but Brady presents a different threat. With six submission victories and a relentless grappling approach, Brady has shown he can finish elite opponents, including a fourth-round guillotine over Edwards. Garry’s takedown defense and ability to fight off his back would be tested like never before.

A Garry vs. Brady matchup could easily serve as a title eliminator and would be a strong candidate for a UFC PPV main card slot or the main event of a high-profile Fight Night. Both fighters are on the cusp of a title shot, and a decisive win for either man would make a clear case to challenge the welterweight champion next.

With Garry’s lone loss coming to Shavkat Rakhmonov and Brady currently riding a three-fight win streak, including back-to-back wins over former title contenders, this fight would bring clarity to the top of the division and offer fans a highly technical and intense matchup.

Last Five Fights (Ian Machado Garry):

1. Win over Carlos Prates – Decision (unanimous), UFC on ESPN: Machado Garry vs. Prates
2. Loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov – Decision (unanimous), UFC 310
3. Win over Michael Page – Decision (unanimous), UFC 303
4. Win over Geoff Neal – Decision (split), UFC 298
5. Win over Neil Magny – Decision (unanimous), UFC 292

Last Five Fights (Sean Brady):

1. Win over Leon Edwards – Submission (guillotine choke), UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady
2. Win over Gilbert Burns – Decision (unanimous), UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Brady
3. Win over Kelvin Gastelum – Submission (kimura), UFC on ESPN: Dariush vs. Tsarukyan
4. Loss to Belal Muhammad – TKO (punches), UFC 280
5. Win over Michael Chiesa – Decision (unanimous), UFC Fight Night: Vieira vs. Tate