Carlos Prates referred to as up newly topped UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev. At UFC 322 this previous weekend, Makhachev defeated Jacques Della Maddalena in overwhelming trend to win his second UFC title and be part of the listing of two-division UFC champions.
Preitz additionally grew to become the primary man to knock out “Rocky” with a powerful knockout win over former champion Leon Edwards at UFC 322.
‘The Nightmare’ has beforehand expressed curiosity in a title struggle and hoped to face the winner of the UFC 322 headliner. Now, in a current interview with Lerte Viana, he criticized Makhachev in a puzzling however fascinating manner.
It is best for me to struggle for Islam as a result of Kamaru Usman is a nasty man. He is already good at wrestling. I am totally different, I am essentially the most depressed. Come on, struggle me, will probably be simple for you. ”
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The Brazilian has had a powerful run within the UFC thus far, with wins over the likes of Neil Magny and Jeff Neal. His solely loss was in opposition to Ian Machado Garry earlier this 12 months.
Islam Makhachev praises Carlos Prates
Within the UFC 322 post-fight press convention, Islam Makhachev praised Carlos Partes’ efficiency in opposition to Leon Edwards. Makhachev is amazed that Prathes can smoke cigarettes and eat Nutella cake all day throughout struggle week and nonetheless accomplish that nicely in Octogaon. The Dagestan champion stated:
“I am amazed how this man who smokes all day lengthy might beat the previous champion…He is good. Loopy efficiency. Completed the previous champion and made it look simple.”
Makhachev would haven’t any downside going through Michael Morales or Prates subsequent, but when given the choice he would like to face the legendary Kamaru Usman.
“At the moment each (Michael) Morales and (Carlos) Prates fought very nicely, however I nonetheless assume Kamaru (Usman) can beat them each… Kamaru continues to be harmful and probably the greatest fighters on this struggle. When you give me a selection and ask me who I need to struggle, I’d select Kamaru. But it surely’s not my job. Anybody, I am prepared.”
Take a look at Islam Makhachev’s feedback about Carlos Prates beneath.
