In pursuit of the belt, Carlos Prates praises Islam Makhachev's dominance in the UFC: 'He's the GOAT'

Prates backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/thenightmare_170

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One of the most exciting names in Brazilian MMA today, Carlos Prates He could become the number one contender in the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg) if he wins against Jack Della Maddalena in the main fight of UFC Perth this Saturday (2). Despite the anxiety to take the title, today in possession of Islam makhachevThe Paulista (resident of São Paulo state) doesn't seem to have any negative feelings towards the current champion, quite the opposite. He even praised the Dagestani (resident of Dagestani) during the... half day of the event this Wednesday (29).

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The Fighting Nerds smoker revealed that he didn't dedicate much time to watching the fight between the Russian and his next opponent, which took place in the main event of UFC 322 and was won by Makhachev without much difficulty. However, he praised the achievements of the current number one ranked pound-for-pound fighter.

"Islam is the GOAT right now, he's a champion in two weight divisions, he has very good wrestling, he's difficult to fight against. I didn't watch much of that fight (against Jack Della Maddalena"But Islam is very good," the fighter stated.

Carlos Prates calls Islam makhachev the GOAT right now and praises his two-division dominance 🐐🏆

"Islam is the GOAT right now, he's a two-weight division champion, really good wrestling, it's hard to fight him. I didn't watch much of that [Islam vs JDM] fight, but Islam is really... pic.twitter.com/FBv7GiIdfY

— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) April 29, 2026

Carlos Prates comes from a great victory against a former champion.

Circumstances did not favor the São Paulo native, who was allowed to watch the final duel for the welterweight title (up to 77,1 kg). That same night, Prates became the first fighter to win. Leon edwards By knockout, extinguishing the lights on the Briton in the second round and adding the first name of a former champion to his record.

Prates fighting Edwards at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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