"I think [Garry can beat Makhachev]. It's hard, but I think he has some skills needed to beat Islam. If I need to bet my money, of course Islam. But I really want Ian to get the belt, and then we do a rematch in Brazil for the title."
"To get the revenge against Ian [is more important than beating Makhachev]. We have a really good relationship. We have a lot of respect for each other."
Carlos Prates respects Ian Garry's abilities and believes Garry has the necessary tools to beat Islam Makhachev in a potential welterweight title fight, though Prates would bet on Makhachev if forced to choose. Prates suffered his only UFC loss to Garry last year and prioritizes avenging that defeat over fighting Makhachev, citing mutual respect and a strong relationship with Garry. Following knockout victories over Geoff Neal and Leon Edwards, Prates is scheduled to face former champion Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth on May 2.
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