Fight scheduled? Carlos Prates and Ian Garry stir up social media with cryptic posts: 'Big things'

Ian Gary e Carlos Prates in front of the UFC Kansas City. Photo: UFC

Carlos Prates e Ian Gary They may already have their next steps defined in the UFC. Last Monday (9), the two athletes, who starred in a war in the main struggle UFC Kansas fighters stirred up social media with cryptic posts, strongly suggesting a new fight has already been arranged.

In a video published on Instagram, Carlos Prates He hinted that new things are on the way. In the images, the Fighting Nerds smoker appears under the guidance of coach Leo Elias. In the caption, the Brazilian stated that the objective remains the same and that great things are to come, accompanying the message with suggestive emojis, which reinforced speculation among fans.

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"New week, but the goal is the same. Great things are on the way!", he wrote. Carlos Prates in the caption followed by phone and eyes emojis.

Also on Instagram, Ian Gary He was even more direct. The Irishman posted a series of photos training with mitts and used a short caption, indicating that he is already in the preparation phase, which suggests that he also has a fight scheduled.

“Na camp,” wrote the Irishman.

Carlos Prates wants to face former UFC champion.

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

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Carlos Prates He's eyeing a chance to share the octagon with another former Ultimate champion. After knocking out... Leon edwards No. UFC 322In November 2025, the Fighting Nerds athlete continues his search for a confrontation against Jack Della Maddalena as a way to get closer to a title fight — and, this time, he even suggested the venue for the duel.

Through his Instagram stories, the Brazilian shared a montage created by the Bert MMA profile that projects a confrontation against the Australian at UFC Perth, an event scheduled for May 2nd. In the post, Prates tagged the official UFC profile, used "eyes" emojis, and even asked for a spot in the main event of the card.

Ian Garry takes on the role of matchmaker and proposes a solution for the UFC welterweight division.

Ian Gary is impressed by the victory of Jack Della Maddalena No. UFC 315. Photo: Reproduction/ Instagram/UFC India

Ian Gary He decided to take on the role of matchmaker and presented a proposal to reorganize the highly competitive UFC welterweight division. After Islam makhachev dominate Jack Della Maddalena And after winning the category's belt, the Dagestani fighter became the target of a long line of challengers interested in dethroning him.

Aware of the new scenario, the Irishman, who is among the top contenders for the title, suggested a series of matchups to unlock the division.

"Carlos Prates against MichaelMoralesBecause they are two fighters with a lot of power in their strikes… I also kind of wanted to see Carlos against JDM, but I'm going to match Jack against… Kamaru UsmanAnd finally, the fight for the welterweight world title. I want to see who wins. Islam makhachev "Defending the belt against the number one in the world: me," he said. Ian Gary, in a video posted on social media.