Detailed analysis: Prates dismantles Della Maddalena with striking versatility

An in-depth post-fight analysis examines how Carlos Prates defeated Jack Della Maddalena, noting several key factors. Della Maddalena relied heavily on a boxing block defense (approximately 90%) which proved ineffective against Prates' tornado of kicks, elbows, knees and punches, and he absorbed many straight punches through it. Surprisingly, Della Maddalena fought extensively in southpaw stance despite his left leg being damaged in the Makhachev fight, and when he switched to orthodox, Prates battered his left side with middle kicks until it was visibly red by round two. The analysis suggests Della Maddalena's best chance was aggressive pressure keeping Prates against the cage, but he lacked the speed and was too cautious, especially after absorbing a knee. Prates showed complete confidence and universality as a striker, effectively using his length and punishing attacks from multiple angles. The analyst admits underestimating Prates' all-around striking and ability to enter a destructive flow state, comparing him to a hybrid of Poatan and Anderson Silva.