Carlos Prates has established himself with one of the most explosive eight-fight starts in UFC history, setting multiple records. He reached seven knockout victories faster than anyone in UFC history, achieving this in just eight fights compared to nine for nearest competitors Junior dos Santos and Cain Velasquez, both heavyweights. He also accumulated 14 knockdowns in the fastest time ever, doing so in just 17 incomplete rounds, establishing the highest average knockdown rate per 15 minutes of fight time in UFC history. Additionally, Prates earned seven Performance of the Night bonuses faster than any fighter, needing only eight bouts compared to the typical 15 required by others. The analysis notes he has knocked out two former UFC champions back-to-back, fighters who had never been knocked out previously. Commentary suggests that if Islam Makhachev defeats opponents like Garry, Prates, and Shavkat Rakhmonov, he could rival or surpass Jon Jones' legacy, with Rakhmonov identified as the ultimate test given his 20-0 record with 19 finishes.
