Ian Machado Garry

Ian Machado Garry

Personal Information

Full Name Ian Machado Garry
Date of Birth November 17, 1977
Age 26
Nationality Irish
Height 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight Welterweight
Championship Held Former Cage Warriors Welterweight Champion
Weight Class Welterweight
Stance Orthodox
Reach 74.5 in (189 cm)
Career Stats 13-0-0
Status Active

Ian Machado Garry News

Shavkat Rakhmonov gets brutally honest about potential Ian Garry clash: "I don't want to praise myself too much" Shavkat Rakhmonov gets brutally honest about potential Ian Garry clash: "I don't want to praise myself too much"
Shavkat Rakhmonov gets brutally honest about potential Ian Garry clash: "I don't want to praise myself too much" 
Shavkat Rakhmonov brings up what happened in training in a confident clap back at Ian Garry's callout Shavkat Rakhmonov brings up what happened in training in a confident clap back at Ian Garry's callout
Shavkat Rakhmonov brings up what happened in training in a confident clap back at Ian Garry's callout
UFC exec talks scheduling hurdles for a headline Dublin event featuring Ian Garry or other stars: "It would be challenging" UFC exec talks scheduling hurdles for a headline Dublin event featuring Ian Garry or other stars: "It would be challenging"
UFC exec talks scheduling hurdles for a headline Dublin event featuring Ian Garry or other stars: "It would be challenging"
"I don't play games"- Ian Garry sets the record straight on fighting Joaquin Buckley despite past refusals "I don't play games"- Ian Garry sets the record straight on fighting Joaquin Buckley despite past refusals
"I don't play games"- Ian Garry sets the record straight on fighting Joaquin Buckley despite past refusals
BREAKING: Ian Garry has opponent on five-fight win streak booked for UFC Tampa to close out 2024 BREAKING: Ian Garry has opponent on five-fight win streak booked for UFC Tampa to close out 2024
BREAKING: Ian Garry has opponent on five-fight win streak booked for UFC Tampa to close out 2024

Ian Machado Garry: A Brief Biography

[Image Credit: Getty Images]
[Image Credit: Getty Images]

Ian Machado Garry, who also goes by his nickname ‘The Future, ’ is an Irish mixed martial artist currently competing in the welterweight division of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Originally from Portmarnock, Dublin, Ireland, Garry made his amateur mixed martial arts debut in November 2017. He concluded his amateur career in November 2018, boasting a record of 6 wins and 1 loss (6-1), with all six victories achieved through finishes and a single decision loss.

He entered the UFC on November 6, 2021, facing Jordan Williams and securing a first-round knockout victory at UFC 268. Currently, Garry holds an undefeated record of 13 wins and no losses (13-0-0) and is ranked #10 in the UFC welterweight rankings.

Ian Machado Garry Personal Information

NameIan Machado Garry
Age26
DOBNovember 17, 1997
NationalityIrish
ProfessionMMA Fighter
Net Worth$1 Million
Height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight170 lb (77 kg) - Welterweight
EducationUniversity dropout
Relationship StatusMarried to Layna Anna-Lee

Ian Machado Garry Early Life

Ian Machado Garry began boxing training at the age of 10 and later, inspired by ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor's impact on MMA in Ireland, took up Judo to enhance his martial arts skillset. Achieving a black belt in Judo by 18, he dropped out of university after a few months to fully focus on martial arts. Garry’s amateur career began at 19 and turned professional at 21.

Garry's professional debut at Cage Warriors 101 in February 2019 resulted in a unanimous decision win and earned him a contract with the promotion. Garry went on to secure four consecutive victories, including a notable win against two-fight UFC veteran Rostem Akman at Cage Warriors 121. This set the stage for a title fight at Cage Warriors 125, where he defeated Jack Grant via unanimous decision, claiming the Cage Warriors Welterweight Championship.

Ian Machado Garry Family Background

Ian Machado Garry comes from a diverse heritage, being the offspring of a Brazilian mother and an English father. The cultural values instilled in him from these varied cultural backgrounds continued to influence him, evident in his marriage to Layna Anna-Lee. Anna-Lee, his wife, is of mixed Irish-Scottish and Brazilian ethnicity.

Ian Machado Garry Personal Life

Ian Machado Garry is married to his wife, Layna Anna-Lee. The two tied the knot in April 2022 and have one son. In November 2023, Garry was scrutinized by the MMA community online for allegedly being manipulated by Anna-Lee, who is currently 40. Sean Strickland, the UFC middleweight champion, chimed in on the rumors via his Instagram, prompting Garry to issue a threat of legal action against him.

Ian Machado Garry Wife

Layla Anna-Lee and Ian Garry. [Images courtesy: left image from Getty Images and right image from Instagram @iangarry]
Layla Anna-Lee and Ian Garry. [Images courtesy: left image from Getty Images and right image from Instagram @iangarry]

Layla Anna-Lee is the wife of Ian Machado Garry. The two exchanged vows in April 2022 and welcomed their first child together in the same year. Anna-Lee is an English sports presenter who was born on March 22, 1983, in London, England.

Anna-Lee was born in London to a Brazilian mother and an English father of Irish and Scottish descent and embarked on a diverse career. Starting with a Fairy Liquid commercial at six, she attended Sylvia Young Theatre School. Her journey includes hosting children's shows and red-carpet events for OK! Insider, presenting sports events for Eurosport, Sky Sports, and MLS's KickTV.

Anna-Lee gained global recognition at the 2012 Olympics, hosted FIFA Football Awards, and covered events for Red Bull TV. She's been featured in Time Out Magazine's Hot 100 and FHM's 100 Sexiest Women.

Ian Machado Garry Kids

Garry is a proud father of one son named Leandro Vegas Machado Garry. Information regarding his kid is very limited online, as Garry prefers to separate his personal and private life from his MMA stardom.

Ian Machado Garry Social Media

Garry has social media accounts on Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). Garry’s Instagram page is filled with posts of his training montages, fight promotions, physique updates, and family. He boasts an impressive follower count of over 505,000 on Instagram and over 62,000 on X.

Ian Machado Garry Net Worth

As of 2023, Ian Machado Garry's net worth is estimated to be approximately $1 million, primarily stemming from his earnings from fighting and bonuses and income generated from various brand endorsements. In his fight against Neil Magny at UFC 292, Garry received a base salary of $48,000 and an additional $5,000 from sponsorships.

Ian Machado Garry Endorsements

Garry has inked several endorsement agreements during his career, expanding his brand partnerships. He is the brand ambassador of an at-home discreet STI testing service called iPlaySafe.

Ian Machado Garry Investments

Ian Machado Garry has invested much money and time into building his personal brand on social media. This involves multiple cameras and a dedicated crew following him at all times, documenting his journey in MMA and life.

Ian Machado Garry MMA Record

Ian Machado Garry holds an undefeated professional MMA record of 13 wins and no losses (13-0-0). 7 of his victories have come in the fashion of a KO, 5 via decision, and 1 from a submission. Garry made his presence felt by making his UFC debut in 2021 against Jordan Williams, winning via KO.

Throughout his UFC stint, Garry has faced fierce opponents like Daniel Rodriguez and Neil Magny. So far in his UFC journey, he has one Performance of the Night accolade to his name.

Ian Machado Garry Losses

Garry has suffered no losses in his MMA career so far. He is on an undefeated streak of 13 wins (13-0-0).

Ian Machado Garry House

Ian Machado Garry resides in Dublin, Ireland, with his wife, Layna Anna-Lee, and their son. However, his precise address is undisclosed for security and privacy considerations.

Ian Machado Garry Cars

There is no information on Ian Machado Garry’s car collection.

Last Updated On November 28, 2023

FAQs

A. Garry has a record of 13 wins and no losses (13-0-0).

A. Garry’s next fight is against Vicente Luque on December 16, 2023.

A. Yes, Garry is undefeated in professional MMA with a win streak of 13 so far.

A. Layna Anna-Lee is Garry’s wife. The couple married in April of 2022.

A. Garry has 1 submission and 7 knockout victories in MMA.

A. Garry is of Irish nationality and lives in Dublin, Ireland.