Negotiations underway for Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Garry title defense

Journalist Álvaro Colmenero reports that negotiations are ongoing for a bout between Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry. Michael Morales will definitively not be Makhachev's next opponent. Makhachev is expected to defend his lightweight title at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, though the fight could also take place during international fight week in July. The report confirms that the UFC is actively working to finalize this matchup for the lightweight champion's next defense.