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4mo ago

Ian Machado Garry Defeats Carlos Prates, Secures UFC 315 Backup Role

Garry ended Prates's 11-fight UFC win streak with a unanimous decision victory and will serve as the official backup for the upcoming welterweight title fight.

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Carlos Prates of Brazil celebrates winning his Welterweight Bout against LJduring UFC 305 at RAC Arena on August 18, 2024 in Perth, Australia.

Overview

  • Ian Machado Garry outclassed Carlos Prates in the UFC Fight Night main event, winning via unanimous decision with scores of 49-46, 48-47, and 48-47.
  • Garry's victory snapped Prates's 11-fight UFC win streak, which included 10 knockouts, showcasing Garry's strategic dominance across five rounds.
  • Despite a late surge by Prates in the fifth round, Garry maintained composure and used his fight IQ to secure the win, solidifying his place as a top welterweight contender.
  • Following his victory, Garry was officially named the backup fighter for the UFC 315 welterweight title bout between Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena on May 10.
  • In the co-main event, veteran light heavyweight Anthony Smith announced his retirement after a first-round TKO loss to Zhang Mingyang, ending a career spanning over 15 years.