Geoff Neal vs Shavkat Rakhmonov — Fight recap

Shavkat Rakhmonov submitted Geoff Neal via rear-naked choke in the third round at 4:17, extending his undefeated record and showcasing superior striking volume and control. Neal landed 69 significant strikes at 47% accuracy but struggled to generate offense, landing just four body strikes across 145 total attempts.

Rakhmonov dominated the striking exchanges with 113 significant strikes at 63% accuracy, including a perfect 5-for-5 on leg kicks and 39 body strikes that systematically broke down Neal's defense. Though Rakhmonov failed on all four takedown attempts, he controlled the fight for 3:43 compared to Neal's 1:12, allowing him to dictate pace and set up the finishing submission.

The victory positions Rakhmonov as a legitimate welterweight title contender while raising questions about Neal's ability to compete at the elite level.