Carlos Prates claims that his knockout of Jack Della Maddalena will put him in contention for the UFC title.

Carlos Prates celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Carlos Prates trusts that a knockout on Jack Della Maddalena This will be your ticket to a title fight in the welterweight division (up to 77 kg). Brazilian faces Australian in the main fight of UFC Perth and, amidst the uncertainty about who will be the next challenger for the belt of Islam makhachevHe is determined to put an end to any doubts with a resounding victory over the former champion.

In an interview with Ariel Helwani, the Brazilian fighter made it clear that he is confident of a quick finish against his rival. According to Carlos PratesA knockout victory would solidify his position in the division and also strengthen his argument in the title race.

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“I’m going to knock out JDM… A lot of people like me and I have a lot of fans. Some people say whether I deserve it or not, but I think I do. Of course I’m going to knock out JDM and, by doing so, I will have knocked out two former champions. So, who deserves it more than me?”, he said. Carlos Prates.

Rumors point to Ian Garry facing Islam Makhachev in the UFC.

Islam makhachev e Ian Gary They could face each other for the UFC belt. Photo: SUPER LUTAS montage

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even though Carlos Prates to continue searching for a title opportunity, everything indicates that Ian Gary will be the first challenger of Islam makhachev In the welterweight division, the Irishman, who already has a victory over the Brazilian, emerges as the favorite in the race for the belt.

According to journalist Álvaro Colmenero, while Ilia Topuria prepare to face Justin gaethje At UFC Casa Branca, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is working behind the scenes to make the fight between Makhachev and Garry a reality.

Even though the fight hasn't been officially announced yet, Ian Gary He has already begun his preparation. The athlete traveled to Georgia, a country known for its strong wrestling tradition, with the goal of improving his grappling skills in preparation for a possible duel against the Russian.