Carlos Prates is the favorite against Geoff Neal at UFC 319; see all the odds

Carlos Prates during the ceremonial weighing of the UFC 319; Photo: Reproduction Instagram/UFC

O UFC 319 takes big clashes to Chicago this Saturday (16). Starting with the main event: two big names in the organization collide for the middleweight belt (up to 83,9 kg). The champion Dricus du Plessis attempts the third defense of the title when facing the undefeated Khamzat Shimaev. The event is scheduled to start at 19 pm (Brasília time) at the United Center.

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In the co-main event, Aaron Pico's debut in an important featherweight (up to 65,7 kg) duel against the Englishman Lerone murphy. Before, Carlos Prates will measure forces with Geoff neal in postponed struggle of UFC 314. The Brazilian welterweight (up to 77kg) is looking to recover from the setback he suffered in the duel with Ian Gary. The 'Nightmare' is the favorite in the Stake. In addition to the 'Fighting Nerd', four other Brazilians will step into the octagon this Saturday.

Jessica Stacker faces Lupita Godinez for the straw weight division (up to 52,1 kg), Edson Barboza forces me with Drakkar Klose in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg) and there is a national clash between Karina Silva e Dione Barbosa in the fly category (up to 56,7 kg).

Dricus Du Plessis (3,05) x Khamzat Chimaev (1,40)

Dricus du Plessis e Khamzat Shimaev in front of the UFC 319. Photo: Reproduction 'X'/UFCEurope

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A historic duel! The fight between Dricus du Plessis e Khamzat Shimaev will determine the course of the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg). With 14 fights on his professional record, the undefeated Chechen will attempt to become the first to defeat DDP in the UFC in his third defense. Despite "The Wolf's" poor health history, the challenger has shown himself to be in top form throughout the week, and the South African is also raising no fears. The middleweight title clash promises to be a heated affair.

Geoff Neal (2,88) x Carlos Prates (1,42)

Geoff neal e Carlos Prates in front of the UFC 319. Photo: Reproduction Instagram/UFC

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Carlos Prates will measure forces with Geoff neal in postponed struggle of UFC 314. The Brazilian welterweight (up to 77kg) is looking to recover from the setback he suffered in the duel with Ian Gary, at UFC Kansas City. One of the big names in Fighting Nerds, Carlos Prates is a natural knockout artist. As a calling card, the Brazilian fought four times in 2024, knocked out opponents, and earned bonuses in all of them. However, the year didn't start well for the star. But now, the São Paulo native wants to get back on his winning ways against Geoff neal.

All UFC 319 odds

Order date: August 16th, 2025

Open Hours: From 19pm (Brasília time)

Location: United Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States

How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE In real time, UFC Fight Pass (the entire card) online.

MAIN CARD (23pm Brasília time)

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Dricus Du Plessis (3,05)x Khamzat Shimaev (1,40) – fight for the belt

Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Lerone murphy (2,35) x Aaron Pico (1,60)

Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Geoff neal (2,88)x Carlos Prates (1,42)

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Jared Cannonier (2,55)x Michael Page (1,52)

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Tim Elliott (3,70)x Kai Asakura (1,28)

PRELIMINARY CARD (19pm Brasília time)

Middleweight (up to 83,9 kg): Baysangur Susurkaev (1,12) x Eric Nolan (6,75)

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Gerald meerschaert (2,85)x Michal Oleksiejczuk (1,43)

Straw weight (up to 52,1 kg): Jessica Stacker (2,18) x Lupita Godinez (1,68)

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Chase Hooper (1,30)x Alexander Hernandez (3,50)

Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Edson Barboza (1,70)x Drakkar Klose (2,16)

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): BryanBattle x Nursulton Ruziboev – fight canceled

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Karina Silva (1,49) x Dione Barbosa (2,63)

Flyweight (up to 56,7 kg): Alibi Idiris (1,20) vs. Joseph Morales (4,70) – TUF 33 final