Stephen Thompson believes Ian Garry would give Islam Makhachev 'a very hard time'

Stephen Thompson believes Ian Garry presents the toughest challenge to Islam Makhachev among current UFC welterweight contenders vying for a title shot. Thompson told Full Mount Media that Garry's well-rounded skill set, combined with his physical attributes and willingness to deploy wrestling against elite grapplers, could create significant problems for the dominant lightweight champion. "Wonderboy," a former title challenger himself, emphasized that Garry's lanky frame and technical versatility give him the best chance of any current contender to dethrone Makhachev. While other fighters like Carlos Prates and Michael Morales remain in the title race, Thompson's endorsement reflects the broader consensus that Garry has emerged as the frontrunner for the next championship opportunity.