Geoff Neal vs Rafael Dos Anjos — Fight recap

Geoff Neal defeated Rafael Dos Anjos by KO/TKO in the first round at 1:30 on October 26, 2024, referee Mark Smith officiating. Neal's explosive striking overwhelmed Dos Anjos from the opening bell, landing 18 of 30 significant strikes (60%) while his opponent managed only 4 of 13 (30%).

Neal's precision was evident in his head strike accuracy, connecting on 12 of 24 attempts, and he demonstrated complete takedown efficiency with a 1-for-1 conversion that helped establish control. The decisive knockdown came early in the round, and Neal's relentless follow-up pressure forced the stoppage before Dos Anjos could mount any meaningful offense.

The welterweight victory marks a significant statement for Neal, repositioning him in the division hierarchy after a dominant performance against a former champion.