Carlos Prates gives the green light after Michael Page wants to face him at UFC Rio: 'I'll be there'

Carlos Prates faces Geoff neal No. UFC 319. Photo: Reproduction 'X'/UFCEurope

Carlos Prates may already have a rival defined for his duel at UFC Rio. After a resounding victory against Geoff neal No. UFC 319, held last Saturday (16), he expressed his desire to fight on the Brazilian card scheduled for October 11, having Leon edwards in the crosshairs. However, after Michael Page show interest, the smoker showed a willingness to change targets if the former champion does not accept the challenge.

At the press conference after the event, Carlos Prates reinforced that his priority is to face Leon edwards, currently fourth in the welterweight division (up to 77kg), but made it clear that he is open to any opponent.

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"Brother, whoever steps into the Octagon in Rio on October 11th, I'll be there. Of course, Leon is my first choice. You know, I'm here to fight the best in the world, so I can prove I'm the best in the world. So, either way, whoever steps into the cage, I'll be there," he said. Carlos Prates.

The fighter also believes that a confrontation against Michael Page It would be interesting, since he trained with the British and knows his unorthodox style well.

"It's going to be good, it's going to be a really interesting fight. He's trained with me for a long time, so if the UFC gives him to me, fine, let's fight," continued the Fighting Nerds smoker.

Michael Page suggested a five-round duel, claiming he would have more time to show his skills. Carlos Prates agrees, but intends to take a few days off before deciding the details of the match.

"I really enjoyed going five rounds last time. We'll see... I'll celebrate a little and then go back to the gym in two weeks, then I'll figure out whether it's going to be five rounds or three," he concluded. Carlos Prates.

Charles do Bronx is the main attraction at UFC RIO

Charles of the Bronx faces Raphael Fiziev at UFC Rio. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC Brazil

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Besides Carlos Prates, who still needs to officially define his opponent, UFC Rio will feature Charles of the Bronx facing up Raphael Fiziev in the main fight, in addition to several Brazilian athletes such as Vincent Luque, Victor Petrino, Jonathan Diniz e Bia Mosque.