A detailed fight analysis examines Carlos Prates' recent victory and his potential matchup with Islam Makhachev. The breakdown notes that Prates devastated the lead legs of southpaw opponents Leon Edwards and Jack Della Maddalena in the first round, even knocking out Maddalena with a leg kick. According to the analysis, Prates can compromise movement with 4-5 leg kicks and potentially secure a knockout with 10-15. The post highlights the danger Makhachev faces closing distance against Prates' knee strikes and accurate straight punches. However, it acknowledges that Makhachev is a high-level striker himself who disguises takedowns well, and opponents often become compromised after being controlled on the ground. The analysis questions whether Prates would maintain his effectiveness after being pressured in half guard for four minutes. The post also mentions the UFC may consider matching Prates against Michael Morales to determine a clear number-one contender rather than holding him for the Makhachev fight. The analysis describes a potential Prates-Morales bout as extremely dangerous and exciting for fans.
