Makhachev breaks Silva's UFC win record at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev made UFC history on Saturday night, breaking Anderson Silva's record for the most consecutive wins in the promotion's history with a unanimous decision victory over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia. The win, which took place on August 16, 2026, also marked Makhachev's first successful defense of the welterweight title, cementing his status as the division's ruler and extending his remarkable winning streak to 17 fights. The bout saw Makhachev employ a grappling-heavy strategy, securing multiple takedowns and controlling Garry for extended periods on the canvas. While he came close to finishing the fight with a D'Arce choke, Garry defended effectively and repeatedly returned to his feet. The performance drew criticism from some observers who felt Makhachev's approach was overly conservative, sparking a debate about the balance between control and damage under the sport's revised judging criteria. Despite the criticism, the result was decisive, with Makhachev's persistence and control earning him the nod on all three scorecards. The historic victory has intensified discussion about Makhachev's place among the sport's all-time greats.