Alex Poatan 's move up to the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) ended up frustrating Carlos Ulberg 's plans . The New Zealander is scheduled to face Jiri Prochazka in the main event of UFC 327, in a fight for the light heavyweight title (up to 93 kg), vacated by the Brazilian. Despite competing for his first title in the organization, Israel Adesanya 's friend admits that the experience could be even more complete if he faced the former champion.
During a press conference at the event's media day, Ulberg made it clear that he preferred to face Poatan, highlighting that a direct confrontation against the top name in the category would have a greater impact on his career.
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“Yes, I would have liked to have fought the champion. Definitely, because that would have pushed me to be the best. He is 'The Guy' now and he is definitely the guy I would like to fight for the title,” said Carlos Ulberg.
Carlos Ulberg faces Jiri Prochazka for Alex Poatan's title.
Jiri Prochazka faces Carlos Ulberg in the main event of UFC 327, in a fight for the light heavyweight title (up to 93 kg). This is because the then champion, Alex Poatan , decided to relinquish the title to move up a weight class and attempt an unprecedented triple championship in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
The Brazilian fighter is scheduled to face Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC Casa Branca , scheduled for June 14th.
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