UFC analyst: Michael Morales poses 'big problem' for Islam Makhachev

UFC analyst Michael Chiesa discussed the potential next title challengers for lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (29-1) following his UFC 330 title defense against Ian Machado Garry. The two frontrunners are Carlos Prates (24-7), who has back-to-back knockout wins over former champions Jack Della Maddalena and Leon Edwards, and undefeated Michael Morales (19-0), who served as the backup fighter at UFC 330. Chiesa praised both contenders, noting Prates' momentum and fan appeal while highlighting Morales' physical size and the difficulty he faces cutting to the 170-pound welterweight limit.