Islam Makhachev calls Carlos Prates 'Nutella cake' after knockout victory

Islam Makhachev has responded to Carlos Prates's recent knockout victory with a humorous social media comment. The lightweight champion posted "Great work, Nutella cake" with a laughing emoji, apparently referencing Prates with the dessert nickname. The playful taunt comes as speculation grows about a potential future matchup between Makhachev and the surging welterweight finisher. Makhachev's response suggests he's paying attention to Prates's impressive winning streak while maintaining a lighthearted approach to the brewing rivalry. The comment has generated significant attention as fans debate whether Prates will eventually move up to challenge Makhachev.