Ian Machado Garry Targets Covington in 2024 Ambitions
Garry’s Bold Vision for the New Year
As the calendar turned to 2024, Ian Machado Garry set the tone for his year with a stirring announcement. Unveiling his ambitions on Instagram through a video accompanied by J. Cole’s “MIDDLE CHILD,” Machado Garry didn’t just list goals, he crafted a hit list for the year, signaling his readiness to dominate the UFC middleweight division.
Feuds and Rivalries Fueling Garry’s Ambition
Central to Machado Garry’s 2024 vision is a showdown with Geoff Neal and the controversial Colby Covington, alongside a yet-to-be-confirmed third opponent, widely speculated to be Sean Strickland. The omission of Strickland’s surname only fueled speculation, especially given their explosive feud in late 2023, including a tense encounter at the UFC Performance Institute.
The rivalry with Covington, inflamed after Covington’s altercation with Garry’s wife post-UFC 296, adds a personal edge to Machado Garry’s ambitions. This animosity, alongside the drama with Strickland, paints a picture of a fighter fueled by a desire for retribution and dominance.
An Anticipated Clash at UFC 298
Before turning his full attention to Covington and Strickland, Machado Garry is set to clash with Neal at UFC 298. Scheduled for February 17 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, this bout promises to be an explosive start to Garry’s 2024 campaign. The event, headlined by a featherweight title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria, will be a platform for Garry to showcase his ambition and skill.
Looking Ahead
With a clear vision and fueled by intense rivalries, Ian Machado Garry’s 2024 looks to be a year of high-stakes battles and personal vendettas. As he prepares for Neal, the MMA world watches with anticipation: Will Garry’s hit list propel him to new heights in the UFC?
