Carlos Prates has achieved the fastest accumulation of seven knockout victories in UFC history, accomplishing the feat in just eight fights. His pace surpasses even heavyweight knockout artists, with the nearest competitors being Daniel Cormier and Cain Velasquez who needed nine fights. Only 62 fighters out of 2,710 who have competed in the UFC over 33 years have reached seven knockouts, representing just 2.29% of the roster. Prates also holds the record for fastest 14 knockdowns achieved in 17 incomplete rounds, and the fastest seven Performance of the Night bonuses in UFC history. The typical fighter requires 15 bouts to earn seven performance bonuses, while Prates needed only eight. His run includes knockout victories over two former UFC champions who had never been knocked out before, with one finish coming via leg kicks.
