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A detailed breakdown favors Carlos Prates over Jack Della Maddalena in their upcoming bout, with betting odds at 1.9-1.8. The analysis notes that Maddalena's style works best when he controls the fight as the aggressor, but Prates struggles when pressured. However, the key distinction is that Ian Garry successfully controlled Prates through kicks and footwork, skills Maddalena lacks to the same degree. Even if Maddalena wins early rounds, Prates remains dangerous until the final seconds, as Garry's near-perfect four rounds were nearly undone by one fifth-round mistake. The analyst questions whether Maddalena can maintain perfect defensive discipline for 25 minutes while pressuring Prates, ultimately choosing Prates as the likely winner.
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