Overview
- Edwards meets Prates on Nov. 15 at Madison Square Garden on the UFC 322 main card, which features two title fights.
- Page said the matchup is “heavily” in Edwards’ favor, emphasizing the former champion’s durability.
- He predicted a largely stand-up bout but argued Edwards can change levels, secure takedowns, and control from the top.
- Edwards, coming off losses to Belal Muhammad and Sean Brady, has outlined a plan to beat Prates, target Ian Machado Garry in March or April, and then pursue a title shot next summer.
- Carlos Prates enters with momentum after a spinning back-elbow knockout of Geoff Neal at UFC 319 following a earlier loss to Ian Machado Garry.