Multiple UFC fighters broke down Carlos Prates' knee technique following his victory. Cory Sandhagen highlighted how Prates generates power by springing upward rather than stepping, and noted his ability to transition the knee threat into high kicks that wrap around the opponent's head. Jorge Masvidal praised how the knee threat alone prevented DDM from working the body or boxing in the clinch, calling it some of the best knee work he's seen in a long time. Masvidal also discussed potential matchup dynamics with Islam Makhachev, suggesting Prates' knees could trouble wrestlers changing levels, though he believes an early takedown from Makhachev would be a nightmare for Prates. Dustin Poirier and Dean Thomas both noted how Prates mixed his knees seamlessly with hand strikes.
