Morales posts photo suggesting potential bout with Prates for title shot

Michael Morales published a photo on his social media hinting at a potential matchup with Carlos Prates to determine the next lightweight title challenger. If Islam Makhachev defends against Ian Garry at UFC 330 in August as expected, the champion would not be ready for his next defense until November at the earliest. The post asks fans who would win if UFC books Prates versus Morales. Both fighters appear to be positioning themselves as top contenders in the division.