Carlos Prates has achieved unprecedented knockout efficiency in UFC history, recording the fastest accumulation of seven knockout victories in just eight fights. This surpasses heavyweight fighters like Daniel Cormier and Cain Velasquez who needed nine fights. Prates also set the record for fastest accumulation of 14 knockdowns in approximately 17 rounds, representing the highest knockdown rate per 15 minutes in UFC history. Additionally, he became the fastest fighter to earn seven Performance of the Night bonuses, doing so in eight fights compared to the typical 15-fight average. The post notes that Prates has consecutively knocked out two former UFC champions who had never been knocked out before, including one with leg kicks. The analysis positions Prates as a potential historic challenge for Islam Makhachev.
