Prates, who has gained his first 4 fights within the UFC, all by knockout, has stated he wish to give up smoking totally sooner or later, however has discovered it “onerous”.
After his win over Neil Magny in November, Prates requested if he might smoke a cigarette in his post-fight information convention however stated his request was denied as smoking was forbidden within the space.
When requested by the media if he would share a cigarette with Prates after their contest on Saturday, Machado Garry, 27, prompt a distinct concept.
“I do not smoke so I will not. However I can sit down and discuss how I knocked him out and I can train him the way to get somewhat higher,” he stated.
The headlining battle was made between Machado Garry and Prates after Jamahal Hill withdrew injured from his bout with Khalil Rountree firstly of the month.
It’s the second battle in a row that Machado Garry has stepped in on quick discover after changing Belal Muhammad in December earlier than a narrow defeat by Shavkat Rakhmonov.
“It speaks to the character and the individual I’m. I am Dublin born and bred, they name us the combating Irish for a purpose,” stated Machado Garry.
“While you name me and say “hey Ian, do you wish to battle?” There’s just one reply.”
