Nov 6, 2026 | 2:38 AM EST Islam Makhachev has competed in several memorable battles in 7 championship fights across the lightweight and welterweight divisions, winning every one of them. Yet ‘The Dagestani’ never quite stopped to reflect on which bout of his illustrious career…
Islam Makhachev has competed in several memorable battles in 7 championship fights across the lightweight and welterweight divisions, winning every one of them. Yet ‘The Dagestani’ never quite stopped to reflect on which bout of his illustrious career entertained him the…
Carlos Prates says his new UFC contract pays him more than $1 million per fight. The Brazilian welterweight confirmed the figure when discussing his recently signed eight-fight deal, according to Fighters Weekly. "It's more [than $1 million per fight]," Prates said. "I'm…
Home » Exclusives » Carlos Prates Reveals UFC Deal Guarantees More Than $1 Million Per Fight Published November 5, 2026 Carlos Prates has confirmed that his eight-fight contract with the UFC guarantees him more than $1 million per fight. Fighters Weekly secured exclusive access to Prates,…
The manager of UFC welterweight star Carlos Prates claims that the UFC is upset with Islam Makhachev for withdrawing from UFC 336. Makhachev and Prates were set to headline UFC 336 for the undisputed UFC welterweight title, but Makhachev refused to fight…
Carlos Prates has revealed during a recent sit-down with LowKick MMA how he plans to dethrone reigning UFC welterweight champion and P4P king Islam Makhachev. The Brazilian knockout artist was training and working on his wrestling, learning some judo, and strengthening…
Islam Makhachev has left UFC matchmakers frustrated after reversing course on a planned welterweight title defense against Carlos Prates at UFC 336, per the challenger's manager. The champion had publicly stated his intention to defend the 170-pound strap before Ramadan started…
Home » MMA News » UFC » Islam Makhachev has heat with matchmakers for ditching UFC 336… Islam Makhachev has left the UFC higher-ups a bit peeved if you believe Carlos Prates’ manager. The expectation was that Makhachev would put the welterweight gold at…
The journey for Ntethelelo “Smiling Assassin” Magcaba to challenging SA junior bantamweight champ Moyisi “Pretty Boy” Booi begins tomorrow afternoon at the Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Rated No 4 for Booi’s belt, Magcaba, from Cato Ridge, will welcome Gcina “Double G” Makhoba…
Lucas Lutkus said the UFC did not know why Islam Makhachev changed his mind. “The UFC doesn't know either, and that's why they were a little upset with Islam,” he told MMA Fighting. Carlos Prates said he had already begun…
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