Analysis favors Carlos Prates over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth

A detailed breakdown of the upcoming Jack Della Maddalena versus Carlos Prates fight suggests Prates has the advantage. The analysis notes that while Della Maddalena's style works when he leads, Prates struggles when pressured and forced to back up, similar to his difficulties against Ian Garry. However, Della Maddalena lacks Garry's kicking game and footwork, forcing him to rely on boxing to control distance, which increases the risk of eating a counter from Prates. The writer argues that even if Della Maddalena wins early rounds, Prates remains dangerous until the final seconds, as evidenced by his near-knockout of Garry in round five. The conclusion favors Prates because maintaining perfect defensive discipline for 25 minutes while constantly pressuring is unrealistic for Della Maddalena.