Neil Magny vs. Carlos Prates is set to headline UFC Fight Night 247, promising to be an electrifying matchup. Magny boasts a record of 29-12, showcasing his diverse skill set, while Prates, a knockout specialist, holds a 20-6 record with 15 wins by KO/TKO.
Neil Magny has amassed 41 professional MMA fights, plus four exhibition bouts, demonstrating his dedication to the sport. He has consistently fought three times a year since 2021.
His third bout of 2024 is scheduled for November 9, where he’ll face Carlos Prates. According to the odds for UFC Fight Night 247, Magny is an underdog at +550, largely due to his struggles against adept strikers like Prates.
In his latest fight, Magny was defeated by TKO at the hands of Michael Morales, who boasts a 68.75% knockout rate. Prates currently holds a 75% knockout rate.
Carlos Prates, with a record of 20-6, might not seem overly impressive, but he has won his last 10 fights. Notably, he secured a knockout victory against Jingliang Li in August.
Prates is set to face Magny, known for his resilience. Given that this is a five-round main event, the younger fighter, Prates, is likely to have better cardio.
Despite never fighting a five-round bout, Prates is six years younger than Magny, which could be a crucial factor in their clash this Saturday.
When, Where, and How to Watch
Place: UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
How to Watch: ESPN+
Neil Magny + 500
Carlos Prates – 750
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, November 8, 2024
