UFC President Dana White announced on Thursday, November 5, 2026, that lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has verbally agreed to face Carlos Prates, according to a report from Yahoo Sports.
White made the statement during a media appearance, indicating that the matchup is being targeted for an upcoming event. No date or venue has been confirmed.
Makhachev, the reigning 155-pound titleholder, would be stepping into a bout with Prates, a rising welterweight contender. Further details are expected in the coming weeks.
