Multiple UFC fighters and analysts dissected Carlos Prates's exceptional knee strike technique following his recent performance. Cory Sandhagen highlighted Prates's unique spring-loaded knee mechanics that generated tremendous power without conventional stepping, noting how Prates transitioned seamlessly from knees to high kicks by wrapping over the head. Sandhagen also praised Prates's cutting elbows that broke through his opponent's defensive blocks. Jorge Masvidal called the knee work "Mortal Kombat level," emphasizing how the threat alone neutralized the opponent's clinch boxing and body work, though he cautioned that Islam Makhachev's wrestling could present serious problems. Dean Thomas noted the knees were difficult to see as Prates mixed them excellently with his hand strikes. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates showed no fear of takedowns, which allowed him to throw knees with complete confidence and break through defensive guards.
