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Following UFC 285, Ian Garry was seen embracing Kenan Song backstage in a heartwarming moment.
The two fighters shared a beautiful hug, demonstrating the respect and camaraderie that exists within the MMA community. This gesture of sportsmanship highlights the mutual admiration and appreciation that fighters have for one another, despite being opponents in the octagon.
Take a look at the heart-warming video below:
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The Irish mixed martial artist put on a dominant display of relentless pressure that ultimately led to his victory over Kenan Song at UFC 285. Despite finding himself in trouble during the first round, Ian Garry managed to rally back and secure a third-round TKO, knocking out Kenan Song in the final moments of the fight. 'The Future' was the clear favorite going into the bout with odds of 9-1, and he proved why with his impressive performance.
Many sports fans who stumble upon an MMA event may perceive it as a barbaric sport with no rules. However, this perception fails to recognize the amount of skill, strategy, and mutual respect that is involved in mixed martial arts. Moreover, fighters typically show a great deal of respect to their opponents, coaches, and the sport itself, often embracing after a hard-fought bout.
Ian Garry unleashes his inner Conor McGregor after defeating Kenan Song by knockout
After his knockout win over Kenan Song at UFC 285, Ian Garry paid homage to fellow Irishman Conor McGregor by performing his famous "Billi Strut" celebration. Garry, who is undefeated in 11 fights, looked impressive from the outset, dominating his opponent with his superior striking and size advantage.
However, in a moment of surprise, Garry was knocked down by a powerful left hook from Song, marking the first time he had been knocked down in his UFC career. Despite the setback, Garry managed to regain his composure and ultimately secured the win with a third-round TKO. The "Billi Strut" celebration was a fitting tribute to McGregor, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history and an icon of Irish MMA.
By the middle of the final round, Kenan Song's face was marked with bruises and swelling as Ian Garry seemed to be in complete control of the fight. In a sudden burst of action, the 25-year-old landed a combination of strikes that sent Song to the canvas, after which Garry followed up with ground-and-pound punches. Referee Marc Goddard ultimately stopped the fight, awarding Garry the victory via TKO.
