Carlos Prates beat Charlie Radtke with a first-round knockout Saturday on the preliminary card at UFC on ESPN 57 at KFC Yum! Middle in Louisville, Ky.
Have a look contained in the combat with Prates, who acquired the primary end of the present after six straight selections – and gained a $50,000 efficiency bonus for it, as nicely.
End result: Carlos Prates def. Charlie Radtke by way of knockout (physique shot) – Spherical 1, 4:47
Up to date information: Prates (19-6 MMA, 2-0 UFC), Radtke (9-4 MMA, 2-1 UFC)
Key stats: Prates has finishes in eight straight fights and $50,000 bonuses in each his UFC wins.
Prates on the combat’s key second
“I knew he didn’t like kicks or punches to the physique, so I began to kick his leg. He began to stroll again and I noticed he was a bit bit damage. I loved the second and completed the combat.”
“I am the darkish horse of this division.”
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Prates on unhealthy blood on the weigh-ins
“It was actually intense, nevertheless it’s simply enterprise. I attempt to not be indignant or convey unhealthy emotions to the octagon. I had a plan, and I needed to do the plan to get the job executed.”
Prates on what he needs subsequent
“I’m the darkish horse within the division. I’m a extremely good striker. I’ve a number of expertise. … I’m able to go. I’m having fun with the method, getting higher, not speeding. I’m the darkish horse – mark my phrases.
“I’ve a daughter residing in Australia, and Aug. 17 is my birthday. I’d love the UFC to convey me to Australia, combat there, assist me go to my daughter and combat there in entrance of her.”
To listen to extra from Prates, try the video of the total post-fight interview above.
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