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‘Worst card of all time’: UFC 330 card leaves fans echoing Ronda Rousey's 'background noise' comment

Fans and pundits alike are questioning the UFC 330 card, with some calling it the 'worst card of all time'

By · Published August 13, 2026  06:01 UTC · Updated August 14, 2026  22:27 UTC

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The criticism of UFC 330's card, dubbed the 'worst card of all time,' quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage. The event's main fights, including Islam Makhachev vs.

Ian Machado Garry, were previewed by various fighters and analysts.

Epilogue added 47d ago, after coverage quieted.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 15 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 15 distinct news outlets with 25 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 24.
  • Primary Driver: Fans and pundits alike are questioning the UFC 330 card, with some calling it the 'worst card of all time'
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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The UFC 330 card, scheduled for August 15 in Philadelphia, is under intense scrutiny. Fans and critics have begun to echo Ronda Rousey's infamous 'background noise' comment, suggesting that the matchups lack excitement and star power. The main event features Islam Makhachev against Ian Machado Garry, a bout that has divided opinions among MMA experts. Matt Brown, for instance, acknowledges Garry's championship potential but believes Makhachev is the stronger contender. Meanwhile, Carlos Prates and Demian Maia have both predicted an upset victory for Garry. Tom Aspinall, however, backs Makhachev to win. The undercard features Mackenzie Dern against Gillian Robertson, with Robertson having a chance to make UFC history.

The criticism of the card is not universal. Some outlets have focused on the potential for upsets and the individual stories of the fighters. For instance, Yahoo Sports and MMA Fighting have provided detailed previews and predictions for the main event, highlighting the technical skills of both Makhachev and Garry. The UFC has also promoted the event as an opportunity to experience Philadelphia beyond the fight night, suggesting a broader appeal. The criticism of the card is not universal. Some outlets have focused on the potential for upsets and the individual stories of the fighters. For instance, Yahoo Sports and MMA Fighting have provided detailed previews and predictions for the main event, highlighting the technical skills of both Makhachev and Garry.

The UFC has also promoted the event as an opportunity to experience Philadelphia beyond the fight night, suggesting a broader appeal. The event's success will depend on the performances in the octagon. If the fights deliver on the technical promise, the criticism may fade. However, if the matches fail to engage the audience, the event could reinforce the negative perceptions. The UFC's reputation for high-stakes, thrilling matchups is on the line.

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The obvious questions

What is the main event of UFC 330?

The main event of UFC 330 is a bout between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry.

Why are fans criticizing the UFC 330 card?

Fans are criticizing the UFC 330 card because they perceive it to lack excitement and star power, echoing Ronda Rousey's 'background noise' comment.

Who are the undercard fighters in UFC 330?

The undercard features Mackenzie Dern against Gillian Robertson, among other matchups.

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