Carlos Prates sets historic UFC knockout pace, analysis suggests path for Makhachev

Carlos Prates has achieved several unprecedented UFC records in just eight fights: he became the fastest fighter to reach seven knockout victories, surpassing heavyweights JDS and Velasquez who needed nine fights; he recorded 14 knockdowns in only 17 incomplete rounds, the highest rate per 15 minutes in UFC history; and he earned seven Performance of the Night bonuses faster than any fighter, needing just eight bouts compared to the typical 15. Prates knocked out two former UFC champions consecutively, both of whom had never been knocked out before. The analysis suggests this represents one of the top three eight-fight runs in UFC history. The commentary proposes that if Islam Makhachev defeats Ian Garry, Prates, and Shavkat Rakhmonov, he would equal Jon Jones' accomplishments and potentially surpass him. The post positions Rakhmonov as the "Final Boss" due to his 20-0 record with 19 finishes and championship-level ability to win difficult fights.