Carlos Prates prefers Michael Morales for next fight if no title shot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026

Carlos Prates has indicated he is focused on securing a title shot but is open to fighting Michael Morales if necessary. Prates’ preference for Morales stems from the desire to stay competitive while awaiting higher stakes. He has no immediate plans for a fight before pursuing the title opportunity. Fans and analysts will be watching to see how this affects his career trajectory in the MMA.
- •Carlos Prates aims for a title shot next
- •He would fight Michael Morales if needed
- •No fights planned before securing title shot
- •Prates currently focused on higher stakes fights
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Carlos Prates names preferred opponent if title shot isn’t next
"While Carlos Prates has no plans of fighting again before he gets a title shot, he would fight Michael Morales if he had to.
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