Carlos Prates vs Mitch Ramirez — Fight recap

Carlos Prates knocked out Mitch Ramirez via TKO in the second round at 2:14 on August 29, 2023, with referee Jason Herzog officiating. Prates dominated the striking exchanges, landing 30 of 47 significant strikes at 63% accuracy while securing a knockdown during the bout.

He was particularly effective with his head strikes, connecting on 18 of 34, and showed precise body work, landing all 8 attempted body shots. Ramirez countered with 23 of 44 significant strikes at 52% and successfully executed his lone takedown attempt, but lacked the offensive output to sustain pressure.

The finishing combination highlighted Prates' superior hand speed and timing, establishing him as a serious welterweight threat moving forward in the division.