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Jiri Prochazka has entered training camp, signaling a return to competition nearly six months after his knockout loss to Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327. The former light heavyweight champion posted a photo from the gym Monday, writing "Right on the spot, lets start the camp," per MMA Mania.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 28

Ulberg Provides Update On His Return

UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg says his first title defense won't come until early next year as he continues recovering from ACL surgery.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 27

Ulberg Targeting Early 2026 Return After ACL Tear

UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg is targeting an early 2026 return following a torn ACL, according to ESPN. The New Zealand-based titleholder suffered the knee injury in the aftermath of his championship victory and is now working through rehabilitation.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / August 24

Jiří Procházka Clears Air With Update on Next UFC Fight Amid Title Fight Rumors

Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jiří Procházka is tired of the lack of clarity surrounding his next fight. However, it could be good for the 33-year-old Czech Republic native, as the multiple-time title challenger suffered his last loss at UFC 327 in April in an unusual way.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 11

Ulberg Tops Season 4 In Contender Series Ranking

Carlos Ulberg is the standout from Contender Series season four, according to MMA Mania's breakdown of the show's best fighters across its first nine seasons.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 30

Costa Warns Ulberg On 2027 Return Plans

Paulo Costa believes Carlos Ulberg will not hold the UFC light heavyweight title until his planned 2027 return. Ulberg captured the vacant belt in April with a first-round knockout of Jiri Prochazka but tore his ACL in the bout.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 28

Ankalaev Stuck After UFC 327 Loss To Ulberg

Magomed Ankalaev has few clear paths forward at light heavyweight after dropping his title shot against Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327 earlier this month. ESPN's latest divisional rankings reflect a stagnant picture for the Russian contender, who saw his championship opportunity vanish with the loss.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / July 27

UFC Champ Carlos Ulberg Reveals Light Heavyweight Proposal Amid Injury

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Carlos Ulberg attempted to find a workable solution regarding the current logjam at 205 pounds. Ulberg, 35, became the new

MMA News / EssentiallySports / July 27

Carlos Ulberg Proposes Title Eliminator Tournament as He Issues Return Update

Carlos Ulberg is still on the sidelines recovering from the ACL tear he suffered while winning the light heavyweight title. But that hasn’t stopped him from running the division from a distance.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 26

Carlos Ulberg proposes four-man tournament to decide his 2027 comeback opponent

Carlos Ulberg wants the best light heavyweights to fight it out for a shot at his title. The 205lb champion is currently sidelined with an ACL injury he suffered during his knockout win over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327 in April.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / April 27

UFC Champion Carlos Ulberg Shares Huge Return Timeline Update Following Knee Surgery

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Carlos Ulberg has updated fans on how his recovering is going following knee surgery. Currently on a 10-fight win streak

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MMA News / HITC / April 27

Carlos Ulberg maps out swift ACL return: “The body is healing really fast”

Carlos Ulberg is feeling upbeat after surgery on his right knee went ahead as planned. The UFC light heavyweight champion suffered the injury in the lead-up to his fight with Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327, but still managed to secure a knockout win.

MMA News / HITC / April 26

Carlos Ulberg opens up on shock ACL recovery timeline after UFC 327 win

Carlos Ulberg delivered one of the most remarkable performances at UFC 327, overcoming a torn ACL to defeat former champion Jiri Prochazka in their light heavyweight title clash.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / April 18

Carlos Ulberg’s Surgery Update Reveals True Extent of UFC Champ’s Freak Injury

Carlos Ulberg didn’t just win a UFC title; he did so on one leg. What seemed to be a nasty injury in the middle of his fight has now been revealed as something significantly more serious, adding another layer to one of the most shocking performances in recent memory.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 17

Carlos Ulberg Undergoes Knee Surgery Days After UFC 327 Knockout

It’s been a whirlwind week for Carlos Ulberg. He has a new belt that came with a scar to prove it. Just five days after capturing the UFC light heavyweight title with a stunning knockout victory over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327, Ulberg revealed he has already undergone knee surgery adding an unexpected twist to his championship reign.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 15

UFC Champion Carlos Ulberg Loses Title Belt After Wild Night Celebrating Knockout Win

Just days after capturing the UFC light heavyweight title with a stunning comeback knockout, Carlos Ulberg has misplaced his newly won championship belt.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 15

Carlos Ulberg loses title days after UFC 327 victory

It has been less than a week since Carlos Ulberg shocked the world to become the UFC light heavyweight champion, but the belt is no longer in his possession.

MMA News / HITC / April 14

Carlos Ulberg injury not as bad as feared, says coach after title win

Carlos Ulberg’s head coach has offered some positive signs following his fighter’s injury at UFC 327. Ulberg managed to knock out Jiri Prochazka in Miami despite suffering what appeared to be a serious knee injury earlier in the fight, giving him his first win as a UFC champion.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / April 14

UFC Champ Carlos Ulberg Shares Update on Injury That Nearly Ended UFC 327 Title Fight

Newly-crowned UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Carlos Ulberg has shed some light on the injury that nearly ended his title bid at UFC 327. Now on an incredible

MMA News / EssentiallySports / April 14

Carlos Ulberg’s Coach Confesses to Medical Situation Prior to UFC 327 Injury

Carlos Ulberg‘s stunning UFC 327 victory already felt like something out of a movie. Fighting through a blown knee and knocking out Jiri Prochazka, the New Zealander stunned everyone in the arena.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 13

Carlos Ulberg Wins UFC Gold Through Adversity, Awaits Injury Diagnosis After Shocking KO

MIAMI — For Carlos Ulberg, the dream came true. Just not the way he imagined. Fresh off his stunning knockout win over Jiri Prochazka to capture the vacant light heavyweight title at UFC 327, Ulberg admitted the moment still hasn’t fully registered and may be overshadowed, at least for now, by concern over his health.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / April 13

Carlos Ulberg Injury Explained: What Happened at UFC 327 and What Comes Next

Carlos Ulberg walked out of UFC 327 as the new light heavyweight champion, but the story didn’t end with the belt. Within minutes, the focus shifted to his knee—an injury that could define the rest of the year for him. It was one of those rare moments where victory and concern collided.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / April 12

Carlos Ulberg Overcomes Early Injury To Score Stunning Knockout At UFC 327

The main event of UFC 327 on April 11, 2026, provided one of the most dramatic endings in recent history, with Carlos Ulberg clinching an incredible knockout over Jiri Procházka.

MMA News / Field Level Media / April 12

Injured Carlos Ulberg pulls off improbable title victory

The dawn of a new era at light heavyweight commenced Saturday night in Miami in the main event of UFC 327, which saw Carlos Ulberg win the UFC vacant light heavyweight title over former champion Jiri Prochazka.