UFC fighters analyze Prates's striking techniques following recent performance

Multiple UFC fighters provided detailed analysis of Carlos Prates's striking performance, particularly focusing on his knee strikes and elbow techniques. Cory Sandhagen highlighted Prates's powerful spring-loaded knees that changed the fight, noting his unique ability to transition the knee threat into high kicks that wrapped around his opponent's head. Sandhagen also praised Prates's chopping elbows that broke through his opponent's block, techniques Sandhagen himself physically cannot replicate. Jorge Masvidal called it one of the best knee performances in recent memory, comparing it to Mortal Combat, and discussed strategic implications for potential matchups. Dustin Poirier and Dean Thomas also contributed observations about Prates's technical execution and fearless approach despite takedown threats.