Geoff Neal has built his reputation as a true UFC veteran, thanks to the countless wars he’s fought inside the Octagon. From unforgettable scraps with legends to battles against rising contenders, ‘Handz of Steel’ has delivered every time. Yet, despite the spotlight, he has kept his personal life tightly under wraps throughout his MMA career. That changed just before his UFC 319 clash with Carlos Prates, when Neal offered fans a rare glimpse into his married life.
In the life of a professional martial artist, having a loved one’s support often makes the difference, and Neal is no exception. For the first time, the welterweight standout opened up about his marriage, sharing how his wife, Kyla Neal, has been a constant pillar of strength throughout his journey.
Geoff Neal opens up about his wife’s role ahead of UFC 319 fight
On the UFC 319 Embedded series episode 1, Geoff Neal revealed how his wife, Kayla, once trained in jiu-jitsu, which gave her a real understanding of what fighters endure before stepping into the cage. Neal explained, “My wife trained before! She used to do jits, and I’m really taking all that, so she has an understanding of what it takes.” That glimpse showed how valuable her support has been as the welterweight contender gears up for his highly anticipated matchup on August 16. But the conversation didn’t end there.
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Kayla Neal also opened up about the grind of Geoff’s training camp, saying, “It’s a lot of long days, a lot of heavy training days, especially this close. It’s two sessions a day, and he’s busy and just exhausted. So, it’s just chaotic, and it’s a little nerve-racking.”
Preparing for a fight is always brutal, and hearing Kayla describe the chaos and exhaustion behind the scenes only confirms the intensity of Neal’s camp. Well, Neal has revealed working as a waiter ahead of the UFC 319 bout, which has caused concerns among the fans. Still, he has sounded nothing but confident, promising that his dangerous opponent won’t even make it past the first round.
Hands of Steel believes Carlos Prates fight won’t make past the first round
Geoff Neal vs. Carlos Prates might just be one of the most eye-catching clashes on the UFC 319 card, as it promises nothing but fireworks. It’s the classic veteran-versus-newcomer matchup that always draws the attention of fight fans, especially with the United Center in Chicago as the backdrop. While many are expecting a three-round war, Neal believes this fight won’t last beyond the opening frame.
In a recent interview, “Hands of Steel” made his intentions clear: “Whoever can keep from getting hit is going to win. I really feel like it’s going to be a one-round fight. That’s my goal. Granted, I’m training for three rounds, but I’m really training for a one-round fight. There is no reason this fight should go past Round 1.”
That confidence isn’t surprising, considering Neal’s resume. He’s already gone toe-to-toe with the likes of Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Garry, and in his last outing, he picked up a statement win over former lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos. With that momentum, Neal will be looking to bring the heat against the fighting nerd.
So, what do you think? Will Geoff Neal extend his winning streak at UFC 319, or will he face another setback? And how do you view his surprising revelation about his wife ahead of the fight? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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