Tue Apr 01 23:20:00 UTC 2025: ## UFC’s Carlos Prates Out of UFC 314, But New Fight Imminent
**Miami, FL** – Brazilian welterweight Carlos Prates will not be competing at UFC 314 on April 12th in Miami, as initially planned. His opponent, Geoff Neal, withdrew due to injury, leaving Prates without a fight. However, the setback appears temporary. Prates himself took to Instagram stories to announce “News and good news soon,” hinting at an upcoming fight announcement. This corroborates comments made by UFC commentator Jon Anik during the UFC Mexico broadcast last Saturday.
Speculation is rife regarding Prates’ next opponent, with former champion Kamaru Usman, currently ranked 4th in the welterweight division, being a prominent name mentioned. Usman has been out of action since October 2023. Fans eagerly await the official announcement of Prates’ next UFC bout.
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