Overview

• Shavkat Rakhmonov defeated Ian Machado Garry via unanimous decision at UFC 310, ending his 100% finishing streak but solidifying his status as the top welterweight contender.
• Rakhmonov was originally scheduled to fight champion Belal Muhammad, but Muhammad withdrew due to a severe toe infection, leading to a short-notice bout with Garry.
• Despite Garry's near submission in the fifth round, Rakhmonov's clinch control and grappling secured the victory, setting up a likely title fight with Muhammad in 2025.
• Islam Makhachev, the lightweight champion, is considering a move to welterweight and has expressed interest in a potential matchup with Rakhmonov if he wins the title.
• Makhachev's immediate focus remains his UFC 311 bout against Arman Tsarukyan, a rematch with high stakes for his lightweight belt and future champ-champ aspirations.