Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry negotiations underway, Morales ruled out

Negotiations are ongoing for a bout between Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry, according to journalist Alvaro Colmenero. Michael Morales will definitively not be Makhachev's next opponent. The fight is expected to take place at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, though it could also occur during an international fight week in July. No official confirmation has been made yet, but the matchup appears to be the leading option for Makhachev's next lightweight title defense.