Believes he is next in line for a UFC welterweight title shot after holding talks with the promotion following his knockout win over at UFC Perth.
The Brazilian knockout artist said discussions with the UFC left him feeling “very confident” that he will face the winner of a potential welterweight title clash between and.
Prates has been unstoppable since joining the UFC, recording seven wins, seven stoppages and seven Performance of the Night bonuses in eight appearances. His third-round finish of Della Maddalena earlier this month further strengthened his case for a title opportunity.
While rumours continue linking Makhachev and Garry to a possible August showdown, Prates said he is willing to wait for his chance, using the extra time to recover from injuries and sharpen his skills even further.
