UFC Star Joins Tom Aspinall and Signs With Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Talent Agency
Garry will handle marketing and commercial interests with Eddie Hearn’s company as Matchroom adds its second UFC fighter before a title bout.
- On Wednesday, UFC welterweight Ian Machado Garry partnered with British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, joining the Matchroom Talent Agency ahead of his upcoming championship bout.
- Hearn's agency previously signed UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall several months ago, establishing a trend of expanding representation into mixed martial arts.
- Garry will challenge Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title at UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia while maintaining his longtime management at Vayner Sports.
- "Signing with their talent agency isn't just a step outside of the Octagon," Garry said, emphasizing his strategy to build a legacy beyond fighting.
- The move intensifies Hearn's involvement with UFC athletes, drawing public criticism from UFC CEO Dana White regarding fighter pay and contractual disputes.
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Ian Machado Garry has announced a partnership with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Talent Agency less than two months before challenging for the UFC welterweight championship. The 28-year-old Irish contender revealed the agreement on social media on Wednesday, confirming he will continue to be represented by Vayner Sports while Matchroom Talent Agency oversees his commercial interests. Garry becomes the second high-profile UFC athlete to work with Hearn…
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