Multiple UFC fighters provided detailed technical analysis of Carlos Prates' exceptional knee strikes following his recent performance. Cory Sandhagen praised Prates' left knee as a game-changer, noting the spring-loaded technique that generates massive power without stepping, and highlighted how Prates cleverly transitions the knee setup into left high kicks. Sandhagen also emphasized Prates' use of elbows to break through defensive guards, a technique that worked where Sandhagen himself struggled against Petr Yan. Jorge Masvidal described Prates' knees as covering exceptional distance and creating such a threat that opponents cannot work inside or box from the clinch, calling it some of the best knee work he has seen in a long time. Dean Thomas noted how Prates mixes knees seamlessly with his hands, making them nearly invisible. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates showed no fear of takedowns, which allowed him to throw knees more aggressively. All analysts agreed that Prates' knee and elbow work represents elite-level striking.
