Detailed breakdown: Prates stops Maddalena with kicks, sets up Makhachev bout

A detailed fight analysis reveals Carlos Prates systematically dismantled Jack Della Maddalena using varied striking attacks. Maddalena relied heavily on a boxing guard defense which proved ineffective against Prates' tornado of kicks, elbows, knees and punches. Working primarily in southpaw stance despite his left leg being damaged previously by Makhachev, Maddalena's slow kicks and inability to set his rhythm allowed Prates to punish his left side with mid-kicks. The Brazilian's universal striking ability and psychological momentum proved overwhelming. The analysis suggests that for a potential Makhachev versus Prates matchup, the Brazilian poses significant threats with leg kicks to the champion's lead leg and knockout power on the feet, though Makhachev's elite striking, wrestling ability, and ground control present major challenges. The post suggests UFC may need to decide whether to have Prates fight Michael Morales first or save him for the title shot.