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Carlos Prates claims UFC title shot against Islam Makhachev is guaranteed

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Carlos Prates claims UFC title shot against Islam Makhachev is guaranteed
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Carlos Prates announced that he has been promised a title shot against Islam Makhachev following UFC 330, where Makhachev defended his welterweight title. Prates, who expressed his excitement about this opportunity, mentioned that the UFC has instructed him to take another fight before the title bout. He attended UFC 330 to watch Makhachev's win over Ian Machado Garry and is enthusiastic about testing his skills against Makhachev. While Michael Morales also seeks a title shot after serving as a backup fighter, Prates indicated that he is considered next for the title by the UFC.

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  • •Carlos Prates claims UFC guaranteed him next title shot against Makhachev
  • •Makhachev recently defended his title against Ian Machado Garry
  • •Prates informed Morales he is next in line for the title fight
  • •UFC may want Prates to fight again before challenging for the title
  • •Makhachev expressed desire to compete again before Ramadan
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  • 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Morning Report | Carlos Prates says UFC guaranteed him next title shot against Islam Makhachev, wants to ‘shock the world’
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Carlos Prates claims the UFC promised him the next crack at Islam Makhachev

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