Rocky Statue Faceoff Stirs UFC 330 Hype: Garry vs. Makhachev in Philly

Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry faced off in front of Philadelphia’s Rocky statue ahead of UFC 330, with Garry appearing only modestly taller than Makhachev and not as oversized as fan memes suggested. Makhachev remains the betting favorite entering fight week, while the card’s co-main event features Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson. The piece weighs how the size debate could influence the bout and notes that all will be decided once they step into the cage on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia.