Cigarettes, booze, and brutal knockouts. Carlos Prates took the MMA world by storm, becoming MMA Junkie’s 2024 Newcomer of the Year.

Zalal was cut from the UFC in 2022, but worked his way back into the promotion in 2024. He was signed for a short-notice return bout vs. Billy Quarantillo, who he submitted. Jarno Errens and Jack ...