Carlos Ulberg Delivers Brutal KO at UFC Perth, Seals Light Heavyweight Title Contender Status
Carlos Ulberg Delivers Brutal KO at UFC Perth, Seals Light Heavyweight Title Contender Status
Carlos Ulberg made a definitive statement at UFC Perth on Saturday night, securing a ferocious first-round knockout victory over Dominick Reyes. The surging Kiwi contender extended his impressive win streak to nine straight, stopping the two-time title challenger with punches at 4:27 of Round 1 at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Ulberg (12-1) controlled the short bout masterfully, utilizing his movement and finding a comfortable range. Reyes (15-5) struggled to track his opponent, and an aggressive push inward proved costly, as Ulberg capitalized with a perfectly timed one-two counter. Reyes instantly dropped, and a follow-up hammer punch from Ulberg prompted the referee to halt the action.
This pivotal win positions Ulberg closer than ever to his first career title shot. He is now a prime candidate to challenge the winner of the upcoming UFC light heavyweight championship rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira at UFC 320 next Saturday, an event Ulberg plans to attend to stake his claim.
In the co-main event, Australian fan-favorite Jimmy Crute (14-4-2) showcased his grappling prowess by submitting Ivan Erslan (14-6) in the opening round with a neck crank, marking his second consecutive victory. Overall, 10 of the 11 Oceania fighters competing at UFC Perth emerged victorious, highlighting a strong night for local talent.
Performance of the Night bonuses, each worth $50,000, were awarded to Carlos Ulberg, Jimmy Crute, Tom Nolan, and Brando Pericic for their outstanding finishes.
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