Multiple UFC fighters have praised Carlos Prates' technical execution of knee strikes in his recent fight. Cory Sandhagen highlighted how Prates' left knee changed the fight, noting his unique spring-loaded technique rather than stepping into the strike. Sandhagen also analyzed how Prates transitioned the knee threat into head kicks by wrapping over his southpaw opponent's head. Jorge Masvidal called it some of the best knee work he's seen in years, noting how the knee threat neutralized his opponent's close-range boxing and body work. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates opened up his opponent's guard with knees and elbows, and his willingness to throw knees fearlessly showed no concern about takedowns.
