Las Vegas – UFC^® returns to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with a highly anticipated matchup that sees UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev take on No. 1 ranked contender Ian Machado Garry. In addition, the night’s co-main event features UFC strawweight champion Mackenzie Dernset out for her first title defense against No. 5 ranked challenger Gillian Robertson.

UFC ^® 330: MAKHACHEV vs. MACHADO GARRY takes place Saturday, August 15 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Xfinity Mobile Arena and will stream exclusively on Paramount+. The night’s action kicks off with the early prelims at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET, followed by the prelims kicking off at 4 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. ET. The main card will air at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET.

UFC ^® 330: MAKHACHEV vs. MACHADO GARRY will go on sale Fri., July 3 at 10 a.m. ET and are available for purchase at ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club^® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wed., July 1 at 10 a.m. ET via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thurs., July 2 starting at 10 a.m. ET. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

Makhachev (28-1, fighting out of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia) returns to the Octagon looking to display another shutout performance. The Dagestani powerhouse has solidified himself as one of the greatest by dominating against formidable challengers and UFC champions such as Alexander Volkanovski (twice), Charles Oliveira, and most recently Jack Della Maddalena to become a two-division title holder. Makhachev now sets forth to add onto his historic championship legacy and secure his first title defense at 170-pounds against Machado Garry.

Machado Garry (17-1, fighting out of Dublin, Ireland by way of Belo Horizonte, Brazil) looks to shock the world. Currently riding a three-fight win streak, Machado Garry has made a name for himself in the welterweight division by delivering impressive wins against the likes of Belal Muhammad, Carlos Prates, and Michael “Venum” Page. He now aims to dethrone Makhachev in unforgettable fashion and claim his spot as the new division king. 

Dern (16-5, fighting out of Huntington Beach, Calif.) makes her first appearance as champion. An eight-year Octagon veteran, Dern became a staple of the strawweight division through victories over Virna Jandiroba, Amanda Ribas, and Loopy Godinez. She now sets her sights on Robertson and intends to deliver a successful title defense. 

Canada’s Robertson (17-8, fighting out of Port St. Lucie, Fla. by way of Niagara Falls, Canada) looks to secure the biggest win of her career. Making a splash through The Ultimate Fighter, Robertson has become a battle-hardened veteran by securing wins against top ranked contenders such as Amanda Lemos, Marina Rodriguez, and Luana Pinheiro. Robertson now aims to spoil Dern’s night and capture UFC gold. 

Additional bouts on the card include:

• Jalin Turner(15-9, fighting out of Fontana, Calif.) makes his return to face off against Brazil’s Kauê Fernandes(11-2, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) at lightweight
• Intriguing welterweight bout sees Neil Magny(31-15, fighting out of Denver, Colo.) face off against Ramiz Brahimaj(13-6, fighting out of Chicago, Ill. by way of Bronx, N.Y.)
• Welterweight fireworks set as Dana White’s Contender Series signees Geoff Neal(16-8, fighting out of Dallas, Texas) and Chidi Njokuani(25-12, fighting out of Garland, Texas) look to steal the show
• Dana White’s Contender Series middleweight contract winners Mansur Abdul-Malik(9-1-1, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) and Dustin Stoltzfus(16-8, fighting out of Germersheim, Germany) go toe-to-toe 
• All-action welterweights Jeremiah Wells(13-4-1, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.)and  Myktybek Orolbai(16-2-1, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif. by way of Osh, Kyrgyzstan) lock horns
• Vicente Luque(24-12, fighting out of Brasília, Brasil) collides with Tresean Gore(7-4, fighting out of Phoenix, Arizona) at middleweight 
• Lightweight tilt sees Octagon veteran Edson Barboza(24-12, fighting out of Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) square off against Dana White’s Contender Series alum Esteban Ribovics(15-3, fighting out of Cordoba, Argentina)
• High-stakes flyweight bout pits No. 4 ranked contender Erin Blanchfield(14-2, fighting out of Elmwood Park, N.J.) against No. 7 Jasmine Jasudavicius(15-4, fighting out of Niagara, Ontario, Canada)

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event.

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About UFC^®

UFC^® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and 259 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million TV households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS^®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.

About Xfinity Mobile Arena

Xfinity Mobile Arena, owned and operated by Comcast Spectacor, is Philadelphia’s home for sports and entertainment. In addition to hosting the top touring musical acts, family shows and other entertainment, the arena’s main tenants include the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, and Villanova Men’s Basketball. After the completion of its multi-year $400 million+ transformation, every inch of the venue has been completely reimagined. The project produced full upgrades and overhauls to the fan experience, technology, food and beverage, seating options, sightlines, performer amenities and sustainability. 

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com. 

Las Vegas – UFC® announced today it will return to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, August 15 for UFC® 330 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. UFC President and CEO Dana White and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro joined Pat McAfee, a native of Pennsylvania, on his show to make the announcement. The soon-to-be-announced fight card will be exclusively available on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Latin America. Ticket information for UFC® 330 will be announced in the coming weeks.

For the first time in fifteen years, UFC® returns to Xfinity Mobile Arena with a championship bout. The organization last brought a numbered card to the venue on August 6, 2011, when UFC® 133, at the then named Wells Fargo Center, was headlined by Rashad Evans and Tito Ortiz. The city last hosted a UFC Fight Night event on March 30, 2019, where Justin Gaethje knocked out Edson Barboza for Fight of the Night honors.

UFC® 330 adds to the list of major events that the state of Pennsylvania will host this year, which includes the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, the PGA Championship in Newtown Square and FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia.

“Philadelphia is hosting some of the biggest sporting events this year as part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “It’s been fifteen years since the UFC brought a numbered event to the city, so now is the perfect time to go back. Philadelphia has always been a great fight town, and I can’t wait to return.”

“Pennsylvania is thrilled to host UFC 330 in Philadelphia, the first time a championship bout is coming back to the Commonwealth in fifteen years,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “This is a huge year for Pennsylvania – all eyes are on the Commonwealth as we celebrate America 250 and host some of the biggest sporting events in the world in the place where it all started. From UFC and March Madness to the FIFA World Cup and the NFL Draft, we’re excited to host world class sporting events that will bring with them incredible opportunities for our businesses, our communities, and our fans. The Commonwealth is all in and we look forward to welcoming UFC back to Pennsylvania.”

“In a year when the eyes of the world will be on Philadelphia, we are proud to welcome the UFC back to Xfinity Mobile Arena,” said Daniel J. Hilferty, Chairman and CEO of Comcast Spectacor, “This is a city defined by its underdog mentality, its fighting spirit, and its championship pedigree. There is perhaps no more fitting stage for UFC 330 in 2026, and we are honored to be part of bringing this historic event to Philadelphia.”

UFC’s return to Philadelphia is part of a growing number of partnerships between TKO and government and private partners in communities around the world that are eager to host UFC’s marquee live events. Through these partnerships, UFC is reaching more fans in more markets, delivering memorable experiences while generating meaningful economic and cultural impact for host communities. Today’s announcement is one of a number of these partnerships expected in 2026.

Fans looking to be the first to know how to secure tickets can register now at UFC.com/Philly.

For the latest information on bout announcements and additional information for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are subject to change. Please click?here?to apply for the event as a media member.

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About UFC® 

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 353  million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while distributing programming to more than 950 million broadcast and digital households across more than 210 countries and territories. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 75 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. 

About Xfinity Mobile Arena

Xfinity Mobile Arena, owned and operated by Comcast Spectacor, is Philadelphia’s home for sports and entertainment. In addition to hosting the top touring musical acts, family shows and other entertainment, the arena’s main tenants include the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, and Villanova Men’s Basketball. After the completion of its multi-year $400 million+ transformation, every inch of the venue has been completely reimagined. The project produced full upgrades and overhauls to the fan experience, technology, food and beverage, seating options, sightlines, performer amenities and sustainability.  

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount  Television, CBS – America’s most-watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information, please visit www.paramount.com.