I’ll knock him out: Prates vows to down Della Maddalena
Brazilian UFC fighter Carlos Prates has vowed to knock out Jack Della Maddalena in their upcoming welterweight bout at RAC Arena in Perth. Della Maddalena, returning to action after losing his title to Islam Makhachev in November, expects a five-round fight and aims to use the event to regain momentum. The card features several Australian fighters, including Quillan Salkilld, Steve Erceg, and Tim Elliott, with Della Maddalena proud to headline a showcase of local talent.
- ▪Jack Della Maddalena is returning to the octagon for the first time since losing the welterweight title to Islam Makhachev in November 2025.
- ▪Carlos Prates, ranked No. 5 in the welterweight division, has 18 knockouts in 23 career victories and predicts a knockout win over Della Maddalena.
- ▪The fight takes place at RAC Arena in Perth and headlines a UFC event featuring several Western Australian fighters.
- ▪Della Maddalena anticipates a 25-minute battle and plans to push the pace against Prates.
- ▪Quillan Salkilld, Steve Erceg, and Tim Elliott are among the other fighters on the card.
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