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Ian Machado Garry has become a hot topic among combat sports enthusiasts following his impressive victory over Neil Magny at UFC 292. The emerging star has been living up to his promises, and his recent triumph against Magny has ignited his desire to square off against the formidable Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson in his next bout. Garry, who boasts an unblemished MMA record of 13-0 with a flawless 6-0 UFC record, secured a unanimous decision victory against Neil Magny in UFC 292.

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During a recent discussion on the MMAFightingWithSBN YouTube channel, Gary firmly expressed his desire to face ‘Wonderboy’ in a fight. He stated that even though the fight had not materialized yet, he believed it would happen, as he had faith in the divine path. Garry is resolute in his commitment to making this fight a reality.

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Ian Garry eagerly awaits the showdown with ‘Wonderboy’

During a recent episode of MMA Fighting with SBN, the host Damon Martin sat down with ‘The Future’ Ian Machado Gary to have a conversation about his matches. Martin asked Garry whether ‘Wonderboy’ had indeed declined to fight him, as Dana White had stated, and whether he believed the match would happen or not. Garry responded, “I think there’s every possibility this fight happens. It maks so much sense for this like, to materialize for the fans, for the UFC- the build-up to this fight, the excitement that this fight would generate for the UFC fans, with the organization- it would be phenomenal”

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He further emphasized that he is excited for the fight, regardless of whether the fight happens at MSG or in December or if it becomes a headline fight. He just cares about fighting him. Garry expressed, “To be able to do it on a card like an MSG what to be able to do on a pay-per-view in December or to be able to headline a fight night in an arena somewhere would be even better you know I mean I am excited to fight ‘Wonderboy””

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Garry sternly believes that God works in very beautiful ways, For some reason, he always seems to receive everything he desires and he is absolutely expecting the ‘Wonderboy’ fight to be the contact that’s put down in front of them soon.

Garry’s respectful anticipation: facing ‘Wonderboy’s striking prowess

Continuing the conversation when asked about ‘Wonderboy’s character and his abilities as a fighter, Garry graciously replied, ‘Wonderboy’ as a friend is an incredible person and he has known his family for a long time. He expressed “As a friend, he knows my family. We have worked together on Karate Combat, we have spent time with each other. My wife and he worked together on Karate Combat. They do shows. He has met my kid. We have talked. We have chilled out. He is an amazing guy”

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Garry approaches this fight with ‘Wonderboy’ not out of malice, but rather, a profound respect for the man’s remarkable achievements as a striker in the sport. He recognizes Thompson’s sensational skills every time he steps into the octagon. The anticipation lies in the excitement of competing against one of the world’s finest strikers.

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Ian Garry’s impressive triumph against Neil Magny at UFC 292 has ignited his desire to face Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson. With a flawless record and deep respect for Thompson’s skills, Garry eagerly anticipates this matchup, believing it’s destined to happen. What do you think? Will a match between Ian Garry and Stephen Thompson materialize? Do tell us in the comments below.

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Suryakant Das is a senior writer who leads UFC live coverage at EssentiallySports, known for his broad expertise and standout professionalism in MMA journalism. Over two years in the field, he has become a key voice on real-time event updates, pre- and post-fight interviews, and analysis of viral moments from the Joe Rogan Experience. His dynamic reporting is backed by selection to the Journalistic Excellence Program, which hones advanced editorial skills and strategic coverage approaches for top talent. Suryakant’s career is defined by his ability to deliver both speed and depth. His versatile background spans sports journalism, content writing, and editorial roles, helping him navigate fast-paced live coverage and deliver meaningful stories with clarity and precision. Recognition from respected MMA figures such as Nina-Marie Daniele and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping further marks him as a trusted authority in the UFC community.

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