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Prates’ meteoric rise to the UFC title in seven decisive blows
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Published 71 days ago

Prates’ meteoric rise to the UFC title in seven decisive blows

Carlos "The Nightmare" Prates, the red-hot Brazilian, is racking up KOs and dreams of dethroning Islam Makhachev after his next fight.

To remember:

  • Carlos "The Nightmare" Prates dominates the UFC’s welterweights with seven consecutive KO wins.
  • Member of team Fighting Nerds, he has a clear ambition: to claim the UFC title.
  • His next fight will determine his opponent after Islam Makhachev’s title defense against Ian Machado Garry.
  • Prates promises to deliver a beating to his rivals, speaking of a "kingdom of pain".
  • With a record of 7-1 in the UFC, he has established himself as the top contender.
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Explosive Showdown: Battle vs. Rosta at the Heart of PFL 2024
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Published 71 days ago

Explosive Showdown: Battle vs. Rosta at the Heart of PFL 2024

PFL Charlotte 2024 is shaping up to be a major event with an explosive main event between Bryan Battle and Dalton Rosta in the middleweight division. Denis Goltsov will look to restart his season against Hasan Mezhiev, while Michael Boylan and Landry Ward will clash in a crucial lightweight test.

To remember:

  • Bryan Battle vs. Dalton Rosta in the main event at PFL Charlotte 2024.
  • Battle (4-0 in 2025) faces Rosta, feared for his spectacular KOs (70% of wins by KO).
  • Denis Goltsov looks to restart his season against undefeated Hasan Mezhiev.
  • Michael Boylan and Landry Ward clash in a lightweight test.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Makhachev faces Garry in August, but Brazilian Prates could be his next formidable challenge.
UFC

Published 71 days ago

Makhachev faces Garry in August, but Brazilian Prates could be his next formidable challenge.

Undefeated UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev sees Carlos "Bolo de Nutella" Prates as a worthy challenger for his title. Undefeated in five fights and feared for his KOs, the Brazilian is emerging as the next serious contender. But before facing him, Makhachev must first defeat Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on August 15.

To remember:

  • Islam Makhachev, the undefeated UFC lightweight champion, acknowledges the potential of Carlos "Bolo de Nutella" Prates, who is undefeated in five professional fights.
  • Prates, nicknamed for his explosive style and quick KOs, is considered a serious contender for Makhachev’s title.
  • The champion will first defend his belt against Ian Machado Garry on August 15, 2025 at UFC 330 in Philadelphia, before considering a showdown with Prates.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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Bo Nickal faces Shirvani Muradov in a historic freestyle wrestling duel on September 5 in Moscow
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Published 71 days ago

Bo Nickal faces Shirvani Muradov in a historic freestyle wrestling duel on September 5 in Moscow

Bo Nickal, undefeated in MMA with three UFC wins, faces 2008 Olympic champion Shirvani Muradov on September 5 in Moscow in a freestyle wrestling duel organized by Real American Freestyle. This fight, broadcast live on Fox Nation, marks a key step for Nickal ahead of his return to the octagon.

To remember:

  • Bo Nickal faces Shirvani Muradov on September 5 in Moscow in a freestyle wrestling duel.
  • Muradov, a four-time European champion and 2008 Olympic gold medalist, aims to end Nickal’s undefeated MMA streak.
  • This fight, broadcast on Fox Nation, prepares Nickal for his next UFC challenge.
  • A generational clash between an experienced Russian veteran and a rising American prodigy.
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Reviewed and completed by Nakmen
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The Pole in Pursuit of Legacy: A Crucial Duel Against Salkilld to Surpass the Russian Icon
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Published 71 days ago

The Pole in Pursuit of Legacy: A Crucial Duel Against Salkilld to Surpass the Russian Icon

Mateusz Gamrot, unbeaten since 2020, aims to break Khabib Nurmagomedov’s 59-takedown record in his fight against Quillan Salkilld in Las Vegas. A unanimous decision victory could bring him closer to the legendary record and etch his name into UFC lightweight history.

To remember:

  • Mateusz Gamrot is just 5 takedowns away from matching Khabib Nurmagomedov’s UFC record.
  • A unanimous decision win over Quillan Salkilld could allow him to surpass the Russian icon.
  • The Pole is relying on his grappling skills to close the gap and carve his name into UFC lightweight history.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Nakmen