Prates celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Carlos Prates He is already outlining the next steps to secure a super fight against one of the most high-profile names in the UFC today. Rising In the welterweight division (up to 77 kg), the Fighting Nerds smoker's main objective is a title fight against Islam makhachev...but it is also evaluating alternatives for what comes after the Russian match. Among them: a duel against... Ilia Topuria.
In an interview with Ariel Helwani, Carlos Prates indicated that he is considering a possible confrontation against Ilia Topuria In the event of the Georgian fighter moving up to welterweight. According to the smoker, the duel would be a fight with strong financial potential and great repercussions.
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“I’m thinking of getting the waist and then maybe asking Topuria if he wants to come down to 77kg, let’s do it, let’s dance… It’s a super fight, a money fight,” he said. Carlos Prates.
Carlos Prates and Ilia Topuria are experiencing different moments in the UFC.
Although both stand out for their knockout power, Ilia Topuria e Carlos Prates They are going through different phases in the UFC. The Spaniard is at the peak of his career and is scheduled for the main event of... UFC White House, on June 14th, when facing Justin gaethje in his first title defense in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg).
Owner of two titles in the organization, 'El Matador' is on an impressive winning streak by knockout over Alexander Volkanovsky, Max Holloway e Charles of the Bronx.
Yes, Carlos Prates He also draws attention for his aggressive style, with six knockout victories in seven UFC fights. Despite his impressive record, the Brazilian is still looking to establish himself at the top of the welterweight division and is waiting for an opportunity to fight for the belt against... Islam makhachev.
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