Prates can now claim he finished Della Maddalena unlike Makhachev

Carlos Prates is now in a position to promote a potential fight with Islam Makhachev by pointing out that he finished Jack Della Maddalena, while Makhachev went to a decision with the same opponent. This narrative gives Prates leverage in media discussions and potential callouts. The post suggests Makhachev now has multiple potential media-savvy opponents who can generate interest. Ian Garry and other contenders are also mentioned as fighters who could create compelling storylines. The comparison between finishes versus decisions could become a talking point in future matchmaking.