VIDEO: Ian Garry and Team huddle together for prayer ahead of UFC 298 fight

20 February 2024

Ahead of his highly anticipated bout at UFC 298, Irish professional mixed martial artist Ian Garry was enveloped in a touching moment shared with his team, captured in a poignant video posted by his wife on Instagram.

The video, titled "The prayer before the fight," provides viewers with a glimpse into the intimate pre-fight ritual of Garry and his team as they huddle together for a heartfelt prayer. In the caption accompanying the post, Garry's wife expressed gratitude for the blessings bestowed upon her husband and their team, offering a heartfelt insight into the emotional journey leading up to the fight.

Ian Machado Garry, born on November 17, 1997, has quickly risen through the ranks of the UFC, competing in the Welterweight division with notable success. Prior to his UFC career, Garry distinguished himself as the Cage Warriors Welterweight Champion, showcasing his formidable skills and determination inside the cage.

Ranked at #6 in the UFC welterweight rankings as of February 20, 2024, Garry's meteoric rise in the sport has been fueled by his unwavering dedication and undeniable talent. His journey to the UFC was marked by personal milestones as well, including his marriage to Layla Anna-Lee in Las Vegas on February 26, 2022, and the joyous announcement of their first child's impending arrival in April 2022, followed by the birth of their son in October 2022.

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