Ian Garry Accepts Offer to Fight Colby Covington: Showdown Imminent

In a fiery exchange of words and challenges, Ian “The Future” Machado Garry has thrown down the gauntlet to Colby “Chaos” Covington. The stakes are high, the tension palpable, and the MMA world is buzzing with anticipation.

Ian Garry, the undefeated rising star in the UFC, recently secured a dominant victory over Geoff Neal at UFC 298 in February. Riding a 14-0 record, Garry wasted no time in calling out the brash and controversial Colby Covington. But this isn’t your typical callout. It’s a clash of personalities, egos, and pride.

Colby Covington, never one to shy away from a verbal battle, responded with his own set of conditions. He demanded that Garry:

Open his Instagram comments (because, apparently, that’s a thing in fight negotiations).
Have his wife, Layla, beg him to fight (yes, you read that right).
Feature Layla in one of his videos (because why not mix personal life with professional fighting?).

✍️ Ian Garry says he’s accepted an offer to fight Colby Covington and has been given the date. He is just waiting on Colby to sign now.
🎥 IG / @iangarryMMA #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/yV2weagsU6
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) April 9, 2024

Ian Garry’s Fiery Response

Ian Garry, unimpressed by Covington’s stipulations, unleashed a scathing video on Instagram. His message was clear: “Colby, you’re in no position to dictate my life. Your stipulations are irrelevant. They’re all about my wife, Layla. Well, guess what? Women aren’t property, and Layla ain’t no trophy.”

Garry continued, “Focus on me, Colby. I’m the one stepping into that Octagon with you. I’m the one who’ll punch a hole in your head. You’re not America’s favorite fighter. You’re an underperformer. No wins against anyone in the top 15. I challenge you to an ‘I Quit’ match. Gloves off, center of the Octagon. Sayonara, my friend. I’ll be the final chapter in your legacy of failure.”

Yes, you read that correctly. Ian Garry proposed an “I Quit” match. One of them has to utter those dreaded words: “I quit.” And whoever does so must retire from the sport. It’s a bold move, reminiscent of WWE theatrics, but it’s a challenge that could redefine both fighters’ careers.

Colby Covington, known for his trash talk and relentless pace, has yet to respond to Garry’s “I Quit” challenge. But the clock is ticking. If all goes according to plan, we could witness this epic showdown at UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas. The stakes? Pride, legacy, and the satisfaction of silencing a rival.