Durinho warns Carlos Prates about Leon Edwards' strategy for UFC 322.

Gilbert Durinho is a former UFC title challenger. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/UFC

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Gilbert Durinho believe that Leon edwards could represent a real danger to Carlos Prates at UFC 322, scheduled for next Saturday (15). According to the Brazilian, the Briton, even being a specialist in stand-up fighting, should adopt a versatile strategy, alternating between striking and takedowns to try to neutralize the opponent's offensive power.

In an analysis published on his YouTube channel, Durinho highlighted that Edwards should follow a similar approach to of Ian GaryMoving around a lot, controlling the distance, and looking to take the fight to the ground when necessary.

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He said he saw a lot of things in the fight of Carlos Prates against Ian Gary...who saw Ian mixing up the actions and taking the fight to the ground. My brother, he's going to exchange a bit, he's not going to close the distance and he's not going to stay in a comfortable zone for the... Carlos PratesEverything that the Ian Gary "He did it, he's going to try to do it too: hit, move around, let Carlos come and try to take him to the ground," he said. Gilbert Durinho.

After dominant defeats to Belal Muhammad | e Sean bradyEdwards has the opportunity to prove he still belongs among the elite of the welterweight division (up to 77 kg) at UFC 322. The former champion defends his fourth-place ranking in the category. Carlos Prates, currently in ninth place, comes from a brutal victory over Geoff neal at UFC 319, after losing his undefeated record in the Ultimate Fighting Championship to Ian Gary.