Detailed breakdown: Jack Della Maddalena's defensive flaws against Prates

A tactical analysis examined Jack Della Maddalena's loss to Carlos Prates, identifying key strategic mistakes. Approximately 90% of Maddalena's defensive work utilized a boxing guard, which proved ineffective against Prates's diverse arsenal of kicks, elbows, knees, and punches. The analysis noted Maddalena fought extensively in southpaw stance despite having his left leg damaged by Islam Makhachev previously, and when switching to orthodox, Prates targeted his left side with body kicks. Maddalena's kicks were described as slow and weak, and he lacked the aggression needed to pressure Prates against the cage. The breakdown concluded that Prates's belief in himself, use of multiple angles, and length would likely lead to victory regardless of Maddalena's preparation. The post also discussed potential matchmaking implications for Islam Makhachev versus Prates.