Multiple UFC fighters provided detailed technical analysis of Carlos Prates' knee strikes in a recent performance. Cory Sandhagen highlighted the unique mechanics of Prates' lead knee, noting it changed the fight and describing how Prates mixed knees with high kicks by wrapping around the opponent's head. Sandhagen also praised Prates' elbow work for breaking through defensive blocks. Jorge Masvidal emphasized how the knee threat completely shut down the opponent's close-range boxing and clinch game, calling it some of the best knee work he's seen in years. Both Masvidal and Dustin Poirier noted Prates' confidence in throwing knees without fearing takedowns. Dean Thomas commented on how well Prates concealed his knees within his hand striking combinations.
