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Sean Brady believes Michael Morales poses bigger challenge to Islam Makhachev

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:50 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Sean Brady believes Michael Morales poses bigger challenge to Islam Makhachev
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Sean Brady discussed the upcoming title contender in the UFC, specifically contrasting Michael Morales and Carlos Prates as potential challengers to Islam Makhachev. Brady stated that Morales, undefeated at 19-0, presents a tougher test for Makhachev than Prates, who has three consecutive stoppage wins. Despite Morales' challenge, Brady noted the need for Morales to compete again before receiving a title shot, as he has not fought since November. Meanwhile, Makhachev recently defended his title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.

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  • •Brady sees Morales as a tougher challenge for Makhachev than Prates.
  • •Makhachev recently defended his title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
  • •Morales holds an unbeaten record but hasn't fought since November.
  • •Brady suggests Morales needs one more fight before a title shot.
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  • 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Brady: Michael Morales harder test for Islam Makhachev than Carlos Prates
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Sean Brady explains why he sees Michael Morales presenting more of a challenge to Islam Makhachev than Carlos Prates.

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