Brazilian welterweight fighter Carlos Prates is currently on a hot streak in the UFC, having earned his third consecutive Performance of the Night bonus in his recent victory over Li Jingliang. After initially calling out Khaos Williams for his next fight, Prates is now hinting at the possibility of a bigger challenge on the horizon.
According to Prates, there is interest from the UFC in booking him for a fight against top 15 ranked welterweight Michael Page. However, Prates claims that Page has been unresponsive to the potential matchup. Despite this, Prates seems confident in his abilities and believes that a fight against Page could be a significant opportunity for him to showcase his skills in the Octagon.
In a recent interview, Prates revealed that he has trained with former Bellator champion Douglas Lima, who famously knocked out “MVP” in a past fight. Prates mentioned that he once mimicked Page’s fighting style in training sessions with Lima, giving him insight into what to expect from the British fighter. Prates seems eager to face Page in the Octagon and believes that it could be an exciting matchup for both fighters and fans alike.
Prates expressed his eagerness to face Page, highlighting the competitive nature of the potential matchup. He believes that a fight against Page could result in another bonus for him, given the high stakes and excitement surrounding the bout. With his recent success in the UFC, Prates is confident in his abilities and is ready to take on the challenge of facing a top-ranked opponent like Michael Page.
Carlos Prates is setting his sights on a potential showdown with Michael Page in the UFC. With his recent string of impressive performances and his familiarity with Page’s style, Prates believes that he has what it takes to emerge victorious in this matchup. Fans will have to wait and see if this fight comes to fruition, but if it does, it could be an exciting spectacle for all involved.