In a notable welterweight clash at UFC Kansas City, **Ian Machado Garry** faced **Carlos Prates**.
Ranked as the No. 7 contender in the UFC welterweight division, Garry entered this bout looking to rebound from the first professional defeat of his career. His sole loss came via a competitive decision against the undefeated Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310, a fight Garry accepted on relatively short notice. He once again stepped into the octagon on short notice to take on another highly-regarded prospect in Prates.
Carlos Prates came into the fight with significant momentum. In his initial year competing under the UFC banner, he secured four victories, all of which ended by stoppage. Each of these impressive finishes also earned him a Performance of the Night bonus. The `Fighting Nerds` representative aimed to extend his winning streak and further solidify his position as a contender moving towards a potential title shot.
