Carlos Prates becomes fastest in UFC history to seven knockouts and 14 knockdowns

Carlos Prates has set multiple UFC records with his devastating finishing ability through just eight fights in the organization. He achieved seven knockout victories faster than any fighter in UFC history, reaching the mark in eight bouts compared to nine for the previous record holders, heavyweights Junior dos Santos and Cain Velasquez. Among 2,710 fighters who have competed in UFC's 33-year history, only 62 (2.29%) have ever reached seven knockouts, making Prates' speed even more remarkable. He also recorded 14 knockdowns in just 17 incomplete rounds, the highest average knockdown rate per 15 minutes in UFC history. Additionally, Prates earned seven Performance of the Night bonuses faster than anyone, needing only eight fights compared to the average of 15 bouts. His recent victories include back-to-back knockout wins over former UFC champions who had never been finished before, with one knocked out by leg kicks while in peak form.