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In a mailbag Q&A, the author analyzes how Carlos Ulberg's ACL tear after winning the 205‑pound title could force a belt vacate or interim scenario, and sketches a speculative path where Chimaev vacates middleweight to chase 205, Pereira vs. Gane reshuffles the belt picture, Costa makes a push at 205, and Ulberg returns next year to vie for the title, with side notes on Jones's future and other heavyweight movements.
Carlos Ulberg captured the UFC 327 light heavyweight title with a knockout of Jiri Prochazka, but an injured knee could sideline him and potentially trigger a title vacate. He joked that he’s misplaced the belt after celebrations, suggesting it might be at a friend’s apartment. In the meantime, Ulberg plans to stay in the U.S. for knee scans and possible surgery in Las Vegas, with rehab at the UFC Performance Institute while he waits to learn his diagnosis.
Arman Tsarukyan climbs two spots to No. 13 in the UFC pound-for-pound rankings after UFC 327, a night that also saw Carlos Ulberg win the light heavyweight title and debut at No. 15. Tsarukyan, who has fought only once in two years, remains active in grappling matches and is set to face Urijah Faber in the RAF 8 co-main event this Saturday.
Carlos Ulberg KO'd Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327 to win the vacant light heavyweight title after Prochazka's leg injury slowed him; a fan theory about a fence grab sparked debate, but veteran referee John McCarthy explained that grabbing the cage isn’t a foul unless used to control a competitor while engaged.
Carlos Ulberg stunned Jiri Prochazka by KOing him after Ulberg’s knee gave out early, capturing the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 327, prompting debate over whether Prochazka let it slip or Ulberg seized the moment; the card also produced a Fight of the Year candidate in Blaydes vs. Hokit, Costa’s strong 205-pound showing, Cub Swanson’s retirement, and multiple bonuses, while Ankalaev and Murzakanov were among the night's biggest losers.
Carlos Ulberg overcame a leg injury to stop Jiri Prochazka in the first round at UFC 327, capturing the vacant UFC light heavyweight title. Jon Jones, watching from the front row, reacted with disbelief to Ulberg's comeback, as the division continues its turnover since Jones vacated the belt in 2020.
Carlos Ulberg rocked and KO’d Jiri Prochazka in the first round to win the vacant UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 327 in Miami, extending his win streak to 10 while Prochazka drops to 1-3 in UFC title fights since 2022. The event featured President Donald Trump sitting cageside and a night of notable bouts, including Azamat Murzakanov’s knockout of Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit’s decision over Curtis Blaydes, with talk of a White House–themed matchup addition between Hokit and Derrick Lewis.
Alex Pereira has vacated the UFC light-heavyweight title, hinting at a pursuit of a third belt, while Dana White confirmed Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg will headline UFC 327 for the newly vacated title on April 11 in Miami, with Pereira’s next move to heavyweight not explicitly confirmed.
UFC 327 in Miami will crown the undisputed light heavyweight champion as former champ Jiří Procházka faces rising contender Carlos Ulberg on April 11, 2026 at the Kaseya Center after Alex Pereira vacated the belt; Procházka brings title-claim history and knockout wins over Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr., while Ulberg enters on a nine-fight win streak including victories over Jan Błachowicz and Dominick Reyes, with the card also featuring a flyweight title bout between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira.
Carlos Ulberg scored a significant first-round knockout against Dominick Reyes at UFC Perth, potentially earning a shot at the light heavyweight title, with reactions from UFC pros praising his performance.
Carlos Ulberg defeated Dominick Reyes in the main event at UFC Perth, with the fight featuring round-by-round updates and highlights, as Ulberg aims for his first UFC title shot. The event also included other fights across various weight classes, with notable performances from Jimmy Crute and Neil Magny.
The article provides predictions for UFC Perth, highlighting a main event between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes, with Ulberg favored to win by knockout, and discusses other fights on the card, emphasizing fighters' backgrounds and fighting styles.
At UFC Perth, the main event between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes is set, but one fight was canceled due to illness and another fighter missed weight, leading to adjustments in the fight card.
The UFC is returning to Perth on September 27 with a main event featuring Dominick Reyes against Carlos Ulberg, both known for their knockout power, in a fight that could impact the light heavyweight division's title picture. Reyes, who recently rebounded from a losing streak, will face Ulberg, who is on an eight-fight winning streak, in a highly anticipated matchup.
Carlos Ulberg has withdrawn from his UFC 303 bout against Anthony Smith, and Roman Dolidze will step in as his replacement. Dolidze, who has a record of 12-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC, returns to light heavyweight to face Smith, who recently submitted Vitor Petrino at UFC 301. The UFC confirmed the change following an initial report from Vestnik MMA.