Multiple UFC fighters offered detailed analysis of Carlos Prates' striking performance, particularly his knee attacks. Cory Sandhagen highlighted Prates' powerful spring-loaded knee technique that caused significant damage, and noted how Prates used the knee threat to set up high kicks. Jorge Masvidal praised how the knee attacks neutralized DDM's clinch work and compared the performance to Mortal Kombat, though he cautioned that Islam Makhachev's wrestling could pose problems. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates showed no fear of takedowns, which allowed him to throw knees more aggressively. Dean Thomas noted how seamlessly Prates mixed knees with his hand strikes, making them difficult to anticipate.
