Prates positioned to callout Makhachev after early finish of Della Maddalena

Following his knockout victory over Jack Della Maddalena, Carlos Prates is now in a position to publicly challenge Islam Makhachev. The post suggests Prates can point to finishing Della Maddalena quickly, whereas Makhachev went the distance with the Australian. This creates a narrative angle for Prates to promote a potential superfight. The author notes that Makhachev now has multiple potential media-driven opponents including Ian Garry and Vicente Luque, in addition to Prates. The statement implies the lightweight title picture is heating up with several compelling storylines. Prates's recent performances have made him a legitimate contender and a marketable challenge for the champion.