UFC fighters analyze Prates' devastating knee strikes against DDP

Multiple UFC fighters have offered detailed technical breakdowns of Carlos Prates' knee strikes in his recent victory. Cory Sandhagen praised the unique mechanics and power of Prates' knees, noting how they changed the fight and disrupted his opponent's blocking. Jorge Masvidal highlighted how the knee threat neutralized DDP's close-range boxing and clinch work, comparing Prates' performance to Mortal Kombat. Masvidal suggested Prates' length and knees could trouble wrestlers like Islam Makhachev, though he believes Makhachev's grappling would present serious challenges. Dean Thomas noted the knees were difficult to see and well-mixed with hand strikes. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates' confidence in his takedown defense allowed him to throw knees boldly, opening up his striking arsenal.