On April 27, 2025, all roads will lead to T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, as Machado Garry collides with Prates in the five-round UFC Fight Night. Featuring two top fighters in the division, this Welterweight Division bout will be a test of skills and resilience.
Machado Garry: The quest for redemption
The 27-year-old Irish rising star, Machado Garry, approaches this upcoming bout overconfident despite coming from his first career loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov in Dec 2024 by UD. Machado has a professional record of 15-1 and is 8-1 since joining UFC in 2021. Equipped with heavy-hitting knockout power and impressive grabbling skills, he won 7 of his fights by TKO, 7 by Decision, and 1 by submission.
In his last fight, Machado demonstrated resilience and willing power to go an extra mile against top contenders. With 191cm height and 189cm reach, his footwork and technical striking give him an edge over his rivals. Beside his physical abilities, Machado has a remarkable IQ level, capable of reading his opponents and adapting during the fight.
Prates: The KO/TKO mastermind
Unlike Machado, the in-form Prates is a man of few words, currently focusing on intensive training for the UFC on ESPN 66. The 31-year-old Brazilian fighter recorded 21-6-0 and is riding a wave of 10-straight KO/TKO victories, including the recent 4 since joining UFC. His explosive left hook and destructive head kick make him one of the most promising fighters in the division.
However, Prates’ endurance will be tested in this bout as he hasn’t fought more than 2 rounds over the last five years. Therefore, he will be looking to end this fight as fast as he can; charging forward aggressively whenever he can.
UFC Fight Night: Odds and Prediction
Though Prates is a good hitter, Machado Garry has a stout chin; he absorbed big shots at UFC 310. It is possible to see this fight dragged until the 5th round. Some bookies consider Machado the favorite, offered at odd @1.72, while Prates victory is priced at @2.1.
Update
The most anticipated UFC Fight Night: Ian Machado Garry vs Carlos Prates is at hand. With the top Asian and European bookmakers offering @1.85 for Machado to win, and @2.06 for Prates’ victory, it is time to present our final recommendation.
Machado Garry’s impressive ground game and endurance, combined with his ability to avoid clean hits are his assets going into this fight. He will have to take the fight to the ground, and maintain distance to stand a chance against this Fighting Nerds camp fighter. The question that stands is how long will he run from Prates’ aggressive Muay Thai attacks.
Prates’ finishing instincts cannot be underestimated; he has proven that his achievement is not mere luck. Therefore, we will back him to win against all odds, probably by knockout. So, go on and open an account at the best betting platform to place your bets on this UFC bout; it only takes a minute!