Multiple UFC fighters provided detailed breakdowns of Carlos Prates' knee technique following his victory. Cory Sandhagen highlighted how Prates generates power by springing upward rather than stepping, and noted the unique way he transitions knees into high kicks when opponents switch stances. Jorge Masvidal called it some of the best knee work he's seen in years, comparing the performance to Mortal Kombat and noting how the knee threat shut down Dell Della Maddalena's boxing. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates' fearlessness about takedowns allows him to throw knees more freely. Dean Thomas praised how Prates mixes knees seamlessly with his hands, making them difficult to see coming.
