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Rafael dos Anjos is back. Fans have not seen the former UFC lightweight champion in action since 2024, when a knee injury suffered against Geoff Neal resulted in multiple surgeries.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 3

Makhachev Teammate Steps In For Neal At UFC 330

Joel Alvarez will replace injured Geoff Neal against Chidi Njokuani on the UFC 330 undercard later this month. Alvarez recently joined Islam Makhachev's training camp and now finds himself fighting on the same card as the UFC welterweight champion, who defends his belt against Ian Machado Garry in the Aug.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 3

Alvarez Replaces Neal At UFC 330 On Two Weeks Notice

Joel Alvarez will replace the injured Geoff Neal against Chidi Njokuani at UFC 330 on two weeks notice. Spanish reporter Alvaro Colmenero first confirmed the matchup for ABC network.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 30

Uros Medic vs. Daniel Rodriguez prediction, odds, pick for UFC Belgrade

The time has finally come for the UFC Fight Night Main Event from Belgrade, Serbia as we present a prediction and pick for the headlining bout in the Welterweight (170) Division.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 30

UFC Fight Night: Medic vs. Rodriguez: Preview, Date, Time

The UFC Octagon touches down in Belgrade, Serbia for the first time in UFC history this Saturday, with a Fight Night card headlined by a welterweight contender clash.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 22

Uros Medic Flattens Geoff Neal at UFC Houston, Calls for Leon Edwards Next

HOUSTON — If there was any doubt about Uros Medic’s commitment to the “go big or go home” lifestyle, he erased it in 79 seconds. Medic delivered a jaw-dropping first-round knockout over Geoff Neal at UFC Houston, extending his finishing streak and making it clear he’s hunting bigger names at welterweight.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / February 21

UFC Knockout Artist Absolutely Fatlines Top-Ranked Fighter at UFC Houston

Uros Medic finally broke through into the UFC welterweight rankings with an absolutely jaw-dropping knockout at UFC Houston. Returning from an off week

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / February 20

UFC Houston weigh-in results and video – Strickland vs. Hernandez

UFC Houston official weigh-ins will be at 11 a.m. ET., followed by ceremonial weigh-ins at 6 p.m. ET. In the Feb. 21 main event, former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland meets Anthony Hernandez at 185-pounds.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / February 20

UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez— Date, Time, How to Watch

Controversy continues to follow Sean Strickland into fight week as his unfiltered comments about performers like Bad Bunny and dismissive remarks about

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19

Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston

UFC Houston continues with Main Card action from Toyota Center as we bring you our betting prediction and pick for this Co-Main Event in the Welterweight (170) Division.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 18

Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez | UFC Houston preview

After a week of break, the UFC will return to Houston. The main event is set between Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez. Both fighters are looking to climb up the middleweight division and secure their title shot.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 12

Ranked UFC Veteran Admits to Serving in Restaurants Ahead of Octagon Return at Houston

UFC is all set to mark its 10th visit to Houston, Texas, on February 21, 2026, with fighters spending time training for their respective bouts. However, while the athletes lock themselves into a strict routine with no distractions, a veteran UFC star revealed to have working at a restaurant ahead of the fight night.

MMA News / HITC / February 12

UFC fighter admits to being sober for only two weeks before fights during addiction struggle

Geoff Neal has opened up about the personal battles he’s been fighting outside the Octagon. The UFC welterweight division remains a mix of fresh faces and experienced names, with several veterans still holding their place in the rankings.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 26

Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic set for UFC Houston after Kevin Holland bout falls through

The UFC welterweight division is about to deliver a February banger, as Geoff Neal squares off against rising knockout artist Uros Medic on February 21 at UFC Houston’s Toyota Center.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 13

Kevin Holland vs. Geoff Neal set for UFC Houston showdown on February 21st

The UFC is coming home to Houston, and two of Texas’ finest will collide in a high-stakes welterweight battle. Kevin Holland and Geoff Neal are officially set to square off on February 21 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas — a matchup that promises fireworks for local fans and potential movement in the 170-pound division.

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UFC 319 Results: Carlos Prates Secures Massive Knockout Over Geoff Neal

We had an exciting fight in the UFC Welterweight Division as Carlos Prates secured a first-round knockout over Geoff Neal right before the bell for the end of the first round at UFC 319.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 15, 2025

UFC 319 Preview and Prediction: Carlos Prates – Geoff Neal

Tomorrow night on the main card of UFC 319, we will see a banger of a matchup in the welterweight division. Dangerous strikers will collide as 11th ranked Geoff Neal (16-6) takes on 12th ranked Carlos Prates (21-7).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 14, 2025

UFC 319 – Geoff Neal vs. Carlos Prates: Preview & Betting Tips

We have a fascinating welterweight clash at UFC 319 between Geoff Neal and Carlos Prates in a fight that promises fireworks for as long as it lasts. Neal (16-6) may now be past the absolute peak of his physical prime at the age of 34, and it’s possible we’ll see slight declines in speed and explosiveness from this point forward.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 8, 2025

UFC 319 adds Carlos Prates – Geoff Neal

UFC 319 goes down in Chicago on August 16th and we just learned about a banger of a welterweight matchup that’s being added to the card. Laerte Viana was the first to report that top welterweight contenders Carlos Prates (21-7) and Geoff Neal (16-6) will square off next month.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 20, 2025

UFC 314 adds Geoff Neal – Carlos Prates

UFC 314 goes down in Miami on April 12th and last night we learned about the entire card. Dana White took to Instagram and announced the entire card featuring the main event which will be Alexander Volkanovski – Diego Lopes for the vacant featherweight title.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / October 26, 2024

Geoff Neal Floors Rafael Dos Anjos, Knee Injury Ends UFC 308 Bout

Geoff Neal is back in the win column. Following back-to-back losses to the best in the division, Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, Neal would draw another notable name in Rafael Dos Anjos at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / October 25, 2024

UFC 308 Preview and Prediction: Geoff Neal – Rafael Dos Anjos

Tomorrow in the featured prelim of UFC 308, we are going to see a big time matchup in the welterweight division featuring a former world champion. Former lightweight champ Rafael Dos Anjos (32-16) moves back up to welterweight to take on “Handz of Steel” Geoff Neal (15-6).

MMA News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2024

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MMA News / Yardbarker / February 20, 2024

UFC star says he studied NFL WRs as he prepared for latest fight

Undefeated UFC welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry (14-0) knew he was in for a tough test when he drew Geoff Neal (15-6) for last Saturday’s bout at UFC 298.

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MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / February 5, 2024

UFC 298 Card: Ian Garry Has Perplexing Prediction For Geoff Neal Fight

Ian Garry has delivered a rather interesting outlook on his UFC 298 clash with Geoff Neal. Garry and Neal are set to collide inside the Honda Center in Anaheim, California on February 17.