Analyst breaks down Della Maddalena's defensive flaws in loss to Prates

An in-depth analysis reveals that Jack Della Maddalena relied heavily on a boxing block for defense, which proved ineffective against Carlos Prates' diverse striking arsenal of kicks, elbows, and knees. Della Maddalena fought predominantly in a southpaw stance despite having his left leg compromised in a previous fight with Islam Makhachev, and Prates exploited this by attacking his left side with mid-kicks. The analysis suggests Della Maddalena lacked the speed and aggression needed to pressure Prates and keep him on the back foot. Prates' belief in himself and his ability to strike from multiple angles made him nearly unstoppable in the open exchanges. The breakdown concludes that even with better preparation, Della Maddalena would have struggled against Prates' current form and confidence.