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UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has proposed Carlos Prates as a replacement opponent for lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, citing Prates' recent dominant knockout victory. Cormier noted that while Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena convincingly to retain his title, Prates' stoppage of the same opponent appeared even more impressive and brutal. The suggestion comes as debate continues over the most compelling next challenge for the champion. Cormier's comments highlight Prates' emergence as a serious contender in the lightweight division following his spectacular performance.
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