Detailed breakdown reveals Maddalena's defensive flaws against Prates

An in-depth fight analysis examined why Jack Della Maddalena lost to Carlos Prates. Approximately 90% of Maddalena's defense consisted of boxing blocks, which proved ineffective against Prates' tornado of kicks, elbows, knees, and punches. Maddalena fought extensively in southpaw stance despite having his left leg damaged by Makhachev previously, when orthodox preparation seemed necessary. When switching to orthodox, Prates destroyed his left side with middle kicks. Maddalena lacked the speed and aggression needed to pressure Prates, who proved too versatile and confident. The analyst admitted underestimating Prates' all-around striking and ability to enter a flow state, comparing him to a hybrid of Alex Pereira and Anderson Silva. Regarding a potential Makhachev fight, the analysis notes Prates' dangerous low kicks against southpaws but questions whether he could survive Makhachev's grappling pressure.