Brazilian welterweight Carlos Prates received an enthusiastic welcome from fans in Perth, Australia, during an open workout ahead of his fight. The crowd was vocal and supportive throughout the session, suggesting the local audience may not be entirely hostile to the visiting fighter. This warm reception comes despite Prates facing Australian Jack Della Maddalena on home soil. The atmosphere at the workout indicates Prates may have significant fan support in what could have been considered enemy territory.
Carlos Prates arrived in Perth, Australia, to a far warmer welcome than might be expected for a visiting fighter preparing to compete on enemy ground, as fans turned out in force for his open workout ahead of his upcoming welterweight bout.
The Brazilian known as "The Nightmare" has clearly built a following that extends well beyond his home country. Despite facing Australian Jack Della Maddalena in front of a partisan home crowd, Prates drew vocal and enthusiastic support throughout the session, suggesting the 32-year-old has earned admiration that crosses national lines.
Ranked fifth in the welterweight division, Prates carries a professional record of 24-7 and trains out of Vale Top Team in Brazil. Standing six-foot-one with a 78-inch reach, he brings a physical frame that complements his aggressive striking style. He lands 3.77 significant strikes per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate, numbers that reflect both volume and precision in equal measure. Fighting out of a switch stance, he offers opponents an unpredictable look from the opening bell.
Why it matters
- Prates entering a hostile venue with genuine fan support could provide a psychological edge in a high-stakes divisional matchup
- A victory over a ranked Australian fighter on home soil would significantly strengthen his position in a crowded welterweight top ten
- The stylistic clash between Prates and Della Maddalena sets up a striking-heavy contest with clear rankings implications for both men
