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UFC rumors: Carlos Prates reveals Islam Makhachev’s next title defense at UFC 330

May 2, 2026 @ 6:49pm

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Carlos Prates is fresh off the biggest win of his career, a devastating third-round TKO of former welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena in the UFC Fight Night Perth main event on Saturday, and he’s already thinking about the future of the 170-pound division. Referee was like “If he dies, he dies”. Carlos Prates dominated JDM […] The post UFC rumors: Carlos Prates reveals Islam Makhachev’s next title defense at UFC 330 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

‘Sanctioned execution’… Fans predict Conor McGregor vs. Carlos Prates after UFC Perth masterclass

May 2, 2026 @ 4:00pm

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Some fans think Conor McGregor had a lucky escape after watching the UFC Perth main event. Carlos Prates knocked out Jack Della Maddalena in the...

Carlos Prates tells the UFC why he should get the Islam Makhachev fight over Ian Machado Garry

May 2, 2026 @ 2:00pm

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Carlos Prates believes he is the most deserving of a title shot after UFC Perth. The Brazilian made a successful trip to enemy territory for...

Once He Knew JDM Was Done, Carlos Prates Had One Goal: The $100K Bonus

May 2, 2026 @ 1:40pm

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Carlos Prates revealed he targeted the $100K bonus once Jack Della Maddalena began fading, finishing the fight emphatically and boosting his welterweight title hopes.

Beneil Dariush announces he’s ‘taking some time off’ following 4th KO loss in 5 fights at UFC Perth

May 2, 2026 @ 1:00pm

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Beneil Dariush has issued a statement following his first-round stoppage loss on Saturday. The long-time lightweight contender fought rising star Quillan Salkilld in the UFC...

Ian Garry Reveals Next Career Move After Defeating Islam Makhachev

May 2, 2026 @ 12:37pm

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Ian Garry revealed interest in a rematch with Carlos Prates after facing Islam Makhachev, signaling unfinished business and future ambitions at welterweight.

Islam Makhachev reacts to Carlos Prates’ brutal UFC Perth win over Jack Della Maddalena

May 2, 2026 @ 11:10am

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The champion has reacted.

Alexander Volkanovski provides update on targeted UFC return as he personally calls for contender

May 2, 2026 @ 9:00am

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Volk has provided a date.

Carlos Prates seriously thinks he could drop to lightweight as he jokes about Ilia Topuria title shot

May 1, 2026 @ 11:59pm

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Carlos Prates believes that a win in Perth will earn him a welterweight title shot in the near future. While Prates believes Ian Machado Garry...

Carlos Prates seemingly leaks Islam Makhachev’s next opponent when laying out title picture

May 1, 2026 @ 5:00pm

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Carlos Prates recently shared his thoughts on the next few welterweight title fights. Earlier today, things got intense between Prates and Jack Della Maddalena during...

Ilia Topuria Warns Fans They’re About To See A 200 Percent Version Of Him

May 1, 2026 @ 1:21am

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Ilia Topuria says financial freedom unlocked a 200 percent version of himself and warns fans he is now extremely dangerous.

Alexander Volkanovski believes he cost Beneil Dariush a UFC title shot: ‘I feel like it’s my fault’

Apr 30, 2026 @ 11:59pm

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Alexander Volkanovski said that he feels for Beneil Dariush when predicting his next fight. Following a 16-second loss to Benoit Saint-Denis, Dariush looks to get...

Islam Makhachev claims ‘UFC turned down’ Ilia Topuria White House fight over money

Apr 30, 2026 @ 10:00am

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Islam Makhachev has spoken out about why he isn’t headlining the biggest UFC card of the year against Ilia Topuria. The two world champions were...

Islam Makhachev has ‘verbally agreed’ to first welterweight title defense as he starts training camp

Apr 30, 2026 @ 7:00am

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Islam Makhachev has yet to literally put pen to paper on a deal for his UFC return – but has agreed to a deal for...

Islam Makhachev Reveals Ilia Topuria Bout Collapsed After “Huge Money” Demand Stalled White House Fight

Apr 30, 2026 @ 1:03am

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Islam Makhachev says White House fight collapsed after Ilia Topuria asked for massive money and UFC rejected the demand

UFC Fight Night: Carlos Prates vs. Jack Della Maddalena — Date, Time, How to Watch

Apr 29, 2026 @ 7:43pm

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Former champion Jack Della Maddalena faces the surging knockout artist Carlos Prates for the main event of UFC Perth.

Islam Makhachev Praised as ‘GOAT’ by Rival Carlos Prates

Apr 29, 2026 @ 2:05pm

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UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev was praised as the “GOAT” in mixed martial arts by divisional rival Carlos Prates. Makhachev was 16-1 in the UFC lightweight division and the reigning, defending 155 lbs champion before vacating his belt last year and moving up in weight to chase a second title. He then defeated Jack Della […] The post Islam Makhachev Praised as ‘GOAT’ by Rival Carlos Prates appeared first on HEAVY.

Khamzat Chimaev Names Islam Makhachev, Ilia Topuria And Arman Tsarukyan As Complete Fighters

Apr 29, 2026 @ 11:43am

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Khamzat Chimaev named Islam Makhachev, Ilia Topuria, and Arman Tsarukyan among the most complete fighters in MMA, praising their all-around abilities.

Carlos Prates Hails Islam Makhachev As GOAT, Points To Double Champ Run

Apr 29, 2026 @ 11:27am

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Carlos Prates called Islam Makhachev the MMA GOAT, pointing to his double champion achievements and continued dominance as proof of his greatness.

Dustin Poirier Lists Top 5 UFC Lightweights of All Time

Apr 28, 2026 @ 9:08pm

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On an episode of the UFC's "Deep Waters" podcast, Dustin "The Diamond" Poirier lists his top 5 UFC lightweight fighters, omitting himself from the conversation.

UFC offered Arman Tsarukyan a fight at UFC White House event before changing their minds

Apr 28, 2026 @ 4:00pm

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Tsarukyan was close to competing at the White House.

Ian Machado Garry teases that he has finally got the call for Islam Makhachev fight

Apr 28, 2026 @ 3:16pm

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Ian Machado Garry’s teasing build-up for his next fight announcement seems to be coming to a head with his latest social media post. For weeks,...

Dustin Poirier ranks Khabib Nurmagomedov above Islam Makhachev as he lists best ever lightweights

Apr 28, 2026 @ 3:00pm

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Dustin Poirier believes that Khabib Nurmagomedov is still the greatest lightweight of all time, even having fought Islam Makhachev. Legendary lightweight contender Poirier was thwarted...

Jack Della Maddalena’s coach says UFC ignored their preferred opponent to make Carlos Prates fight

Apr 27, 2026 @ 7:00pm

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The UFC gave Jack Della Maddalena two options for his return to the Octagon. This Saturday, Della Maddalena faces Carlos Prates in one of the...