Prates celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Carlos Prates have doubts if Conor McGregor He would accept facing him upon his return to the UFC. Recently, fans were surprised by rumors that the Fighting Nerds smoker could welcome the Irishman back to the Ultimate Fighting Championship. However, the Brazilian tried to cool it down The audience reinforced their focus on the title fight and also took the opportunity to take a jab at the former champion.
In a video posted on his Instagram, Carlos Prates He stated that he has not yet received any official offer from the UFC to fight. Conor McGregorDespite the mobilization of fans around his name on social media, the welterweight highlighted that a potential duel against the Irishman would represent a great honor, but made it clear that his main objective is to secure an opportunity to fight for the belt.
"Many of you have asked me about the fight against Conor McGregor "And I still haven't received anything from the UFC. But I'm very happy that you're mentioning my name. Of course, it would be a great honor for me to fight him. I really want this (next) fight to lead me to a title shot. JDM or McGregor," he said. Carlos Prates.
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Subsequently, the Brazilian assessed the fight as unlikely, recalling that McGregor has been away from MMA for about five years. Prates considered that he doesn't believe the former champion would return just to face him, implying that he would have an advantage in a possible duel and could even knock out the Irish star. For him, this would not be the most suitable scenario for the return of a superstar of McGregor's caliber.
"To be honest, I think it's difficult for this fight to happen, you know, because Conor McGregor "He hasn't fought in five years, retired from MMA, and after five years he wouldn't come back to face the most exciting welterweight in the world. Nothing against him, he knows, everyone knows, and I know I would hurt him badly, I would knock him out. So I don't think that's the right way for a superstar like him to come back," the nightmare continued.
Finally, the athlete emphasized that he is ready to fight any opponent indicated by the organization, regardless of the name or location of the fight. Even so, he reiterated that his priority remains the title fight and mentioned both... Jack Della Maddalena as Conor McGregor as possible paths to the top of the division.
"But if you want to fight, I'm here, I'm ready. Let's see. I'm waiting. The UFC can send me anything, any name, any place. I'm ready to fight, but of course I want the title shot. So JDM, Conor McGregor"Let's get to work," concluded the smoker from Fighting Nerds.
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