A detailed tactical breakdown examines the upcoming Jack Della Maddalena vs Carlos Prates fight, focusing on the critical question of which fighter will move backward, as both typically press forward. Prates has knocked down 11 opponents in the UFC while moving forward and relies on his left straight, while Maddalena has also built his style on forward pressure. The analysis notes that if they clash in the center, Maddalena faces danger as he absorbed over 50 clean straight punches against Belal Muhammad, and Prates only needs one to finish fights. Maddalena's best chance is seen in short-range combination boxing where Prates has shown vulnerability against fighters like Trevor Giles and Ian Garry. The breakdown suggests Maddalena could force Prates backward and work in close, potentially earning a decision or TKO in rounds 3-4, though both fighters possess significant finishing power.
