Carlos Prates Seeks Title Chance After Big Win

After a strong performance in Perth, Carlos Prates announced he believes he deserves a shot at the UFC welterweight title. He finished former champion Jack Della Maddalena in three rounds, and now he is calling for a fight with the champion Islam Makhachev. Prates argues that his record is more impressive than that of fellow contender Ian Garry, who has a win over him. He points out that he knocked out two former champions—Della Maddalena and Leon Edwards—in clear, decisive ways. The Brazilian says Garry’s win over him should not carry as much weight because the fight was competitive in later rounds, and it does not reflect Prates’ overall skill level. He believes his recent victories prove he is ready to challenge for the belt.Prates plans to attend the upcoming Makhachev‑Garry fight, hoping that a champion emerges who he can face. He also mentioned the possibility of a rematch with Garry in Brazil if Garry becomes champion, reflecting their mutual respect and the desire to bring a Brazilian champion to the division. The UFC has yet to crown a welterweight champion from Brazil, so Prates sees this as a chance to fill that gap. He remains optimistic about earning a title fight, citing conversations with UFC officials and his own confidence in his abilities. Whether Prates will get the opportunity soon remains uncertain, but he is positioning himself as a serious contender for the title.