Geoff "Handz of Steel" Neal faces Carlos "The Nightmare" Prates at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Both welterweight fighters gear up for a test on Saturday's UFC 319 undercard.
Neal turned pro in 2012, holding 16 wins, most recent against Rafael dos Anjos by TKO. Experience is on his side with just six losses. Prates, since 2014, boasts 21 wins despite his last loss to Ian Garry by decision. Neal has looked stronger and could take advantage.
Geoff Neal vs Carlos Prates Betting Odds
- Underdog: Geoff Neal : 3.0 (+200)
- Favorite: Carlos Prates : 1.4 (-235)
| Method of victory | Geoff Neal | Carlos Prates |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.5 (+550) | 2.3 (+132) |
| By decision or technical decision | 6.5 (+550) | 3.8 (+275) |
Geoff Neal faces Carlos Prates in a fight where the odds favor Prates. Neal, the underdog, comes in at 3.0 (+200) to win. Prates is the favorite with odds of 1.4 (-235). Neal's KO/TKO/DQ win stands at 6.5 (+550), while Prates boasts a more likely KO/TKO/DQ finish at 2.3 (+132). If it goes to points, Neal is again at 6.5 (+550), with Prates holding stronger chance: 3.8 (+275). Prates enters as the clear favorite in every possible outcome, highlighting his edge over Neal.
What time is Geoff Neal vs Carlos Prates fight
Live coverage for the Geoff Neal vs Carlos Prates main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+ PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Geoff Neal vs Carlos Prates Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 01:20 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
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