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The barrier that no one had surpassed in 13 years has finally been broken. Islam Makhachev of Russia made history by achieving the first-ever 17-fight winning streak in UFC history.
On the 16th (Korean time), at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, during the main event of "UFC 330: Makhachev vs. Holloway," Makhachev secured a unanimous decision victory (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) over Ian Machado Garry (Ireland), the No. 1 ranked welterweight contender, at the end of the fifth round.
With this win, Makhachev successfully defended his welterweight title and set a new record that will be remembered in UFC history.
It is the first-ever 17-fight winning streak in UFC history.
Prior to this fight, Makhachev was tied for first place all-time with "legend" Anderson Silva of the UFC Hall of Fame, both having recorded 16 consecutive victories. Silva's record of 16 straight wins had stood unbroken for an incredible 13 years.
Finally, Makhachev claimed his 17th victory and rewrote the history of consecutive wins in the UFC.
The path to victory was not easy. AP reported that "Makhachev had cuts and tears on his nose, right cheek, and forehead, and a bruise the size of a baseball on his left cheek. This was due to repeatedly taking heavy blows to the face."
Nevertheless, it added, "While he may not have looked like a winner at first glance, Makhachev won again," and noted that "at the same time, he broke one of the longest-standing records in UFC history."
Makhachev also landed a powerful left high kick to Holloway's head with precision in the second round. He immediately rushed forward and unleashed a series of punches.
Garry managed to hold on and continue the fight, but ultimately failed to overcome Makhachev.
Makhachev's undefeated streak has continued for over a decade. Since his loss at UFC 192 in 2015, he has not lost a single fight. Last November at UFC 322, he defeated Jack Della Maddalena to become the welterweight champion. This time, with a successful title defense, he extended his winning streak to "17."
Dana White, CEO of the UFC, also praised Makhachev, stating, "If Makhachev continues to win as he said, this record may never be broken."
After the fight, Makhachev commented, "My opponent made it difficult for me," but added, "However, I am proving my skills in every match."
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