Dana White has confirmed that Ian Garry will have a huge part to play on UFC 315.
On Saturday evening, the Irishman returned to action, hoping to return to the win column after a defeat against Shavkat Rakhmonov in December.
In a huge display, Garry Carlos Prates defeated UFC Kansas City in the Main Event to put itself on the right track to become world champion good weight.
In just one matter of weeks, the Dubliner will fly to Quebec, Canada, knowing that his dream could finally become a reality.
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Ian Garry is the UFC 315 Backupjager
Ian Garry showed a championship spirit in abundance on Saturday evening, with breathtaking skills in the first few rounds, before he showed his wild Vechtgeest to survive a Late Carlos Prates attack.
The MMA star has given his statement even more confidence that he needs what is needed to scale up the UFC -Berg.
After his great victory, Garry claimed that he was on his way to UFC 315, which takes place on 10 May, to serve as the backup hunter in case something happens to Belal Muhammad or Jack della Maddalena.
The 27-year-old shone: “In two weeks I will fly to Canada.
“I am the official backup for the world title fight.
“I'm the next one in line for that title!”
Dana White confirmed 'The Future's' claims at the press conference after the fight of the UFC Kansas City.
The businessman said, “It's official.”
Conor McGregor Tweets and removes the reaction to Ian Machado Garry Domining Carlos Prates
Yesterday, White is not the only person who recorded Garry's huge display.
Conor McGregor was also impressed by what his countryman brought to the Octagon.
With a love for Ireland that flowed through his veins, 'The Notorious' was pleased to see the 170-pound competitor achieve a spectacular victory.
In a tweet now removed, McGregor Garry praised for beating prates.