Carlos Prates Offers Blunt Criticism of Islam Makhachev After UFC 330 Win
Carlos Prates revealed he is next up for a shot at UFC Welterweight Champion Islam Makhachev, and called his fight style "boring."
Islam Makhachev secured his UFC Welterweight Championship by defeating Ian Machado Garry in a five-round bout at UFC 330. Makhachev's win was a result of his dominant control throughout the fight, outscoring Machado Garry 48-47, 49-46, and 49-46. Notably, Makhachev achieved seven takedowns out of his 15 attempts. After the fight, Carlos Prates, who was in the crowd, criticized Makhachev's fighting style, stating it's "boring" and preferring fights that end with knockouts.
Prates also revealed he believes he could defeat Makhachev by defending and stopping takedowns, while acknowledging his superior kickboxing skills. Prates, who recently signed a new eight-fight contract with the UFC, expressed his desire to fight Makhachev, though he doesn't believe it will happen by December.
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