Carlos Prates emerged victorious against Jack Della Maddalena with a TKO in the third round at UFC Fight Night 275, held at RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
This win marks a significant step for Prates, who is now seen as a serious contender for the welterweight title. He improved his UFC record to 7-1, with all seven victories coming by knockout or TKO.
Della Maddalena entered the fight as the No. 1 contender in the welterweight division and had an impressive 18-fight professional winning streak before this loss. This defeat also makes Prates the first fighter to stop Della Maddalena at the UFC level.
Prates’s previous victory was against former champion Leon Edwards, showcasing his ability to take on elite fighters. He has earned three first-round KO/TKO wins within the last 8.5 months, reinforcing his reputation as a knockout artist.
As of midday, observers noted that Prates continued landing stinging shots throughout the fight. His performance has sent a clear message to the rest of the division—he is a formidable threat to anyone holding the welterweight title.
Prates commented on his victory, dubbing himself the new No. 1 contender at 170 pounds after felling Della Maddalena in Australia. Officials have not confirmed what this means for Della Maddalena’s ranking moving forward.
Following this decisive win, Carlos Prates is expected to move up in the welterweight rankings. The next steps for both fighters will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike.