Ian Machado Garry defeats Carlos Prates, ends unbeaten streak at UFC Kansas City

Ian Machado Garry returned to the win column with a unanimous decision victory over Carlos Prates in the UFC Kansas City main event, despite surviving a late onslaught from Prates that nearly resulted in a stoppage. Garry dominated the early rounds with superior movement and technique but had to withstand significant pressure in the closing minutes, with several fighters and fans on social media believing Prates came close to finishing the fight. The victory reestablishes Garry as a contender in the welterweight division and secures his role as the official backup for the upcoming UFC 315 title bout. Conor McGregor, a fellow Irishman and supporter, publicly praised Garry's performance. The event also saw Anthony Smith retire from MMA after a TKO loss in the co-main event. Social media reactions highlighted both Garry's resilience and Prates's near-comeback in the final rounds.