UFC fighters analyze Carlos Prates' devastating knee strikes against Jack Della Maddalena

Multiple UFC fighters and analysts have broken down Carlos Prates' exceptional knee strike performance against Jack Della Maddalena. Cory Sandhagen highlighted Prates' unique spring-loaded knee technique that generates enormous power and his ability to transition knees into high kicks by wrapping over the head. Jorge Masvidal noted how Prates' knee threat completely shut down Della Maddalena's close-range boxing and body work, calling it "Mortal Kombat level" striking, though he cautioned that Islam Makhachev's wrestling would pose problems. Dean Thomas praised how Prates effectively mixed knees with his hands, making them difficult to see. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates' confidence in his takedown defense allowed him to throw knees fearlessly and break through Della Maddalena's guard with knees and elbows. The analysis emphasizes Prates' knees as a defining weapon that covers distance and neutralizes opponents.