UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Carlos Ulberg Undergoes ACL Surgery Carlos Ulberg, the newly crowned UFC light heavyweight champion, has undergone surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee following his title-winning performance against Jiří Procházka at UFC 327 last weekend. The injury occurred in the first round of the 205-pound championship fight in Miami. Ulberg, who entered the bout with a 14-1 professional record, sustained the damage during the fight but managed to land a left hook that knocked out Procházka, securing a knockout victory. Ulberg shared updates about his surgery from Las Vegas this week, with his manager, Ash Belcastro, confirming the extent of the injury. The fight took place at UFC 327, where Ulberg faced Procházka, who entered the bout with a 32-6-1 record. The injury occurred in the opening round, leaving Ulberg to fight on one leg for the remainder of the contest. Procházka, who had previously vacated the light heavyweight title in 2022 due to injury, called for an immediate rematch after the fight, claiming he felt “mercy” for Ulberg following the injury. The UFC has not yet announced plans for the light heavyweight title during Ulberg’s absence. The light heavyweight division has experienced multiple title vacancies in recent years. Procházka and Jamahal Hill vacated the belt in 2022 and 2023, respectively, due to injuries, while Alex Pereira recently stepped down to pursue a heavyweight title. This latest incident adds to the division’s instability, as the UFC faces uncertainty about the future of the championship. Ulberg’s injury could complicate matters further, with the organization yet to determine whether to hold a title unification match or allow another contender to step in.#miami #ufc_327 #carlos_ulberg #ji_prochzka #ash_belcastro
UFC 327 Main Event: Procházka vs. Ulberg for Light Heavyweight Title The UFC light heavyweight championship will be contested Saturday at Miami’s Kaseya Center during the UFC 327 event, with Jiří Procházka facing Carlos Ulberg in the main event. The current titleholder, Alex Pereira, is vacating the belt to challenge Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship at a June event in the White House. Procházka, who previously held the light heavyweight title from June to November 2022, will compete in his fourth UFC title fight. The 33-year-old Czech fighter has secured his last two title bouts via third-round knockouts, establishing himself as a formidable contender in the division. Ranked No. 3 in ESPN’s light heavyweight rankings, Procházka’s unorthodox style and resilience have defined his career. Ulberg, the No. 4-ranked light heavyweight on ESPN’s list, enters the fight on a nine-fight winning streak, making his UFC title fight debut. The 29-year-old New Zealander’s aggressive approach and technical skill have earned him praise as a rising star in the division. However, his inexperience in high-stakes title bouts could be a critical factor in the matchup. The event marks a pivotal moment for both fighters, as the winner will claim the vacant light heavyweight title and solidify their status as top contenders in the division. The fight’s significance is amplified by the departure of Pereira, who vacated the title to pursue a heavyweight championship opportunity. Procházka’s potential to reclaim the belt has drawn attention, as his past performances against elite opponents have demonstrated his ability to adapt and overcome. Ulberg’s recent dominance in the UFC has positioned him as a legitimate threat, but his lack of title fight experience may create vulnerabilities.#miami #kaseya_center #ufc_327 #carlos_ulberg #ji_prochzka
UFC 327: Procházka vs Ulberg Weigh-In Results The UFC returned to the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, for UFC 327 on Saturday, April 11, 2026, featuring a stacked card of fights. The event’s main event saw former UFC light heavyweight title holder Jiří Procházka, ranked No. 2 in the division, face No. 3-ranked Carlos Ulberg in a highly anticipated title fight for the vacant, undisputed UFC light heavyweight championship. The card included 14 bouts across multiple weight classes, with preliminary rounds airing at 2 pm PT / 5 pm ET and the main card starting at 6 pm PT / 9 pm ET. All fights were streamed live on Paramount+, with additional coverage on CBS beginning at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT. The weigh-in results confirmed the fighters’ compliance with weight limits. In the main event, Procházka weighed in at 203 pounds, while Ulberg checked in at 204 pounds. The co-main event featured Azamat Murzakanov (205) facing Paulo Costa (205) in a light heavyweight bout. Other notable fights included a heavyweight clash between Curtis Blaydes (261) and Josh Hokit (233), a light heavyweight matchup between Dominick Reyes (205) and Johnny Walker (205), and featherweight bouts featuring Cub Swanson (146) vs Nate Landwehr (145) and Patricio Pitbull (145) vs Aaron Pico (145). The card also included welterweight fights between Kevin Holland (171) and Randy Brown (171), lightweight bouts featuring Mateusz Gamrot (156) vs Esteban Ribovics (155) and Chris Padilla (158) vs Marquel Mederos (155), a women’s strawweight contest between Tatiana Suarez (116) and Loopy Godinez (116), and middleweight action between Kelvin Gastelum (185) and Vicente Luque (185). A welterweight matchup between Charles Radtke (170) and Francisco Prado (170) rounded out the card.#paramount_plus #kaseya_center #ufc_327 #carlos_ulberg #ji_prochzka
