Brady discusses predictions for forthcoming fight involving Mashado Garry and Prates, as shared by him.
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The scorching welterweight competition is heating up this April 27th, as Ian Machado Garry is set to duke it out with Carlos Prates for the main event. Contender Sean Brady is keeping a sharp eye on the action, as the victor could be a giant leap closer to the title.
Brady, currently No.1 in the welterweight division, is putting his money on "The Future," Ian Machado Garry, stating:
"Unfortunately, I've gotta call it for Ian. He's got more routes to victory than Carlos, man. Yeah, Carlos could manage a KO, but Ian's a winner. He'll probably keep it standing, then do a quick dance."
Though Brady feels his time might come sooner, he's ready for a title shot should Khamzat Chimaev hasten things. In that circumstance, Brady might face Garry for the No.1 contender spot.
Now, here's the scoop on why the odds are stacked in Garry's favor: his speed, agility, and slick grappling are significantly superior, enabling him to reset fights, avoid tricky positions, and control the tempo with his lightning-fast movement. On the flip side, Carlos Prates is renowned for his knockout power, having KO'd all of his last ten opponents. However, he's yet to clash swords with elite-level competition like Garry or going the whole five rounds in a main event.
If Garry gets the victory, he'll undoubtedly step closer to the title shot given his impeccable skill set and experience, landing him at No. 7 in ESPN's welterweight rankings[1][4]. Prates, though uncharted by ESPN, needs a high-profile win to get the nod for title contention[1][4]. Despite the experts' predictions, Prates' sheer knockout power will always make him a tough threat, especially in the early rounds.
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Bookmakers are placing their bets on Ian Machado Garry for the upcoming UFC's mixed-martial-arts competition in Kansas City, due to his superior speed, agility, and grappling skills. Sean Brady, the current No.1 contender in the welterweight division, believes Garry will emerge victorious over Carlos Prates, who is known for his knockout power but lacks experience against elite-level competition. If Garry wins, he may move closer to a title shot, while Brady remains ready for a title shot should Khamzat Chimaev hasten things, potentially setting up a match between Brady and Garry for the No.1 contender spot.
