Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks betting odds, fight info and fan predictions for UFC 273 bout

Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks UFC fight info, date and time

Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks is set to go down at UFC 273: Volkanovski vs. Korean Zombie at 7:30pm EST on Saturday 9th April 2022 in a 170lbs matchup.

Ian Garry announced himself to UFC fans with an impressive first-round knockout victory over Jordan Williams.

Darian Weeks stepped in on short notice for his UFC debut, dropping a decision to veteran Bryan Barberena. 

Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks betting odds

Ian Garry opened as a -225 betting favorite. Placing a bet on Garry means you would need to bet $225 in order to win $100.

Darian Weeks is a +200 underdog. If you bet $100 on Weeks then you would win $200.

Fight information

Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks was first reported on January 19th.

Ian Garry will fight Darian Weeks at #UFC273 on April 9th. (first rep. @TeamIridiumISA) #UFC #MMA #UFCESPN pic.twitter.com/haCzmLiPX8

— Marcel Dorff 🇳🇱🇮🇩 (@BigMarcel24) January 19, 2022

This Welterweight matchup is expected to take place on the prelims at UFC 273: Volkanovski vs Korean Zombie.

Ian Garry

Ian Garry is touted as the next big thing to come out of Ireland. Garry showcased his skills with a first-round KO against Jordan Williams at UFC 268.

Ian Garry SLEPT HIM pic.twitter.com/tVKfUZZCiU

— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) November 6, 2021

The undefeated Irishman was crowned the Cage Warriors Welterweight Champion in June 2021 before joining the UFC.

Darian Weeks

Darian Weeks was called up to the UFC on short notice, stepping in to fight Bryan Barberena on just five days’ notice.

The American has had five victories in his pro MMA career since his debut in 2019, with all five wins coming by way of stoppage.

How they match up

Ian Garry will be the taller fighter in this matchup at 6”3, while Darian Weeks is 5”11. Garry will also have a 2-inch reach advantage.

The Irishman is also the younger man at 24 years old compared to Weeks who is 28.

Reasons to watch

This fight will be the second UFC appearance for the much-heralded Ian Garry. While comparisons to fellow-Irishman Conor McGregor may be premature, Garry has already delivered a Round 1 KO.

Darian Weeks brings a 100% finishing rate to the Octagon. Despite facing a battle-hardened vet in Bryan Barberena, Weeks held his own and has a bright future in the promotion.

The stakes

Both of these up-and-coming fighters are looking to make an impression in the UFC. A big win for Ian Garry could convince the UFC to match him up with a ranked opponent. Darian Weeks is looking to rack up his first win in the promotion.

Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks predictions

The oddsmakers’ predictions have Ian Garry as the favorite with opening odds of -225.

Darian Weeks made his predictions during an exclusive with The AllStar:

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Ian Garry vs Darian Weeks tale of the tape

• Significant 4 year age difference: Garry is the younger fighter at 24 years old.
• Garry has a slight 2 inch reach advantage.
• Garry has 2 more professional MMA fights than Weeks.

Ian Garry	vs	Darian Weeks
24	Age	28
8	Fights	6
8	Wins	5
0	Losses	1
5	KO’s	3
1	Subs	2
6′ 3	Height (in)	5′ 11
74	Reach (in)	72

Darian Weeks fighter profile and recent form

Darian Weeks is a 28 year old male fighter from United States with 5 pro wins and 1 losses. See Darian Weeks’s full MMA record.

Darian Weeks has a 100% finish rate, including 3 by knockout, 2 by submission.

Darian Weeks is looking to get back to winning ways after a loss at the hands of Bryan Barberena at UFC Fight Night: Font vs. Aldo.

Last 5 bouts

Result	Record	Opponent	Method	Event	Date	Weight class	Org
Loss	5-0-0	Bryan Barberena	DEC R3 5:00	UFC Fight Night	2021-12-04	Welterweight	UFC
Win	4-0-0	Craig Fairley	KO/TKO R2 1:51	LFA 99	2021-02-12	Welterweight	LFA
Win	3-0-0	Dustin Parrish	KO/TKO R2 1:20	Midwest Fight League	2020-10-10	Welterweight	MFL
Win	2-0-0	Blayne Richards	SUB R2 3:56	KC Fighting Alliance 36	2019-12-07	Welterweight	KCFA
Win	1-0-0	Travis Ford	KO/TKO R1 4:43	KC Fighting Alliance 34	2019-07-27	Welterweight	KCFA

“The Future” Ian Garry fighter profile and recent form

Ian Garry is a 24 year old male fighter from Ireland with 8 pro wins and 0 losses. See Ian Garry’s full MMA record.

Ian Garry has a 75% finish rate, including 5 by knockout, 1 by submission, 2 by decision.

Ian Garry is currently riding a 8 fight win streak.

Last 5 bouts

Result	Record	Opponent	Method	Event	Date	Weight class	Org
Win	7-0-0	Jordan Williams	KO/TKO R1 4:59	UFC 268	2021-11-06	Welterweight	UFC
Win	6-0-0	Jack Grant	DEC R5 5:00	Cage Warriors 125	2021-06-26	Welterweight	CWFC
Win	5-0-0	Rostem Akman	KO/TKO R2 2:28	Cage Warriors 121	2021-03-19	Welterweight	CWFC
Win	4-0-0	Lawrence Tracey	KO/TKO R1 4:02	Cage Warriors 119	2020-12-12	Welterweight	CWFC
Win	3-0-0	George McManus	KO/TKO R2 3:17	Cage Warriors 115	2020-09-25	Welterweight	CWFC