Ulberg at a UFC event. Photo: Courtesy of Facebook/UFC
In the UFC light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), there is much talk about Alex Poatán, Jiri Prochazka, Magomed Ankalayev among others, but Carlos Ulberg He is growing and establishing himself as a top contender. In September, in Australia, the New Zealander knocked out... Dominick reyes In the first round, he definitively entered the race to fight for the belt. And, to mark his position in the category, 'Black Jag' sent a decidedly unfriendly message to... Khamzat Shimaev.
After mastering Dricus du Plessis In August, after becoming the middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), the Russian made it clear that his intention is not to defend the title for the first time, but rather to move up to light heavyweight. Not surprisingly, Chimaev is pursuing... Alex Poatán Because of his desire to be a double UFC champion. But, if it's up to Ulberg, 'Borz' won't have a chance in the division.
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Ranked third in the weight class and riding a nine-fight winning streak, the friend of Israel adesanya He downplayed Chimaev's chances of success and mocked his physique. And Ulberg's attitude is understandable, given that he is slated to fight for the belt.
“He’s too small. Mind your own business, brother, take care of your business over there (in the middleweight division), I’ll handle mine here (in the light heavyweight division). This division is mine,” said the division’s top fighter in an interview with 'Combat Sports Network'.
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Carlos UlbergThe 35-year-old is one of the standout fighters in the UFC light heavyweight division. The New Zealander began his MMA career in 2011 and debuted in the company in 2021. Currently, 'Black Jag' is ranked third in the division.
In sports, the athlete built a record of 13 wins, nine by stoppage (eight by knockout and one by submission), and one loss. His main victories were against... Dominick reyesJan Błachowicz and Volkan oezdemir.
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