In a highly anticipated fight in Perth, Jack Della Maddalena faced Carlos Prates and endured a devastating loss, marking the most brutal defeat of his UFC career. Della Maddalena (18-4) struggled from the start, receiving heavy damage, particularly to his right leg. Although he managed to take down Prates (24-7) in the first round, the fight quickly turned against him. Prates unleashed a barrage of strikes, leaving Della Maddalena bloodied and unable to continue after a series of brutal elbows in the third round. Following the victory, Prates expressed his ambition to become the first Brazilian welterweight champion. In other bouts, Quillan Salkilld (12-1) delivered a stunning first-round knockout against veteran Beneil Dariush, while Steve Erceg (14-4) won a unanimous decision against Tim Elliott, showcasing his superior fighting style.