Multiple UFC fighters provided detailed analysis of Carlos Prates' striking performance, particularly his knee and elbow techniques. Cory Sandhagen highlighted the power and unique mechanics of Prates' left knee strikes and how he transitioned them into high kicks, calling it "mega high level." Jorge Masvidal praised the knees as some of the best he's seen in a long time, noting they covered distance and neutralized his opponent's close-range game. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates broke through his opponent's guard with knees and elbows while showing no fear of takedowns. Dean Thomas noted the knees were well-disguised within hand combinations. The consensus among fighters is that Prates displayed elite-level striking with historical implications for future matchups.
