UFC fighters analyze Carlos Prates' knee strike technique after DMD victory

Multiple UFC fighters provided technical breakdowns of Carlos Prates' knee strikes following his victory. Cory Sandhagen highlighted Prates' unique springing knee technique that generated exceptional power without a traditional step, noting how Prates cleverly transitioned between knee threats and high kicks when facing southpaw opponents. Sandhagen also praised Prates' use of chopping elbows to break through DMD's guard, something Sandhagen struggled with against Petr Yan. Jorge Masvidal emphasized how Prates' knees covered significant distance and created such a threat that DMD couldn't work effectively in the clinch or box at close range, calling it one of the best knee performances he's seen in years. Dustin Poirier noted that Prates' fearless throwing of knees demonstrated his confidence in his takedown defense.