Belal Muhammad Predicts Ian Garry Victory Over Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City

UFC Kansas City will feature a high-stakes welterweight main event between No. 7-ranked Ian Machado Garry and No. 13-ranked Carlos Prates on April 26, 2025. Garry, coming off his first professional loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov, is known for his technical striking and smart tactical approach, while Prates enters with a formidable 11-fight win streak, most by knockout. The bout was arranged after Jamahal Hill withdrew due to injury, with Garry stepping in on short notice. UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad predicts Garry will use his experience and fight IQ to outmaneuver Prates, emphasizing Garry's ability to control distance and pace. Prates, on the other hand, is seen as a major threat due to his knockout power and string of performance bonuses. The fight is expected to have significant implications for the welterweight rankings and future title contention.