Ulberg Stuns Prochazka to Claim UFC Light Heavyweight Title

At UFC 327 held in Miami, Florida, Carlo Ulberg secured a surprising first-round victory against Jiri Prochazka, winning the vacant light heavyweight title. Despite battling a knee injury sustained early in the fight, Ulberg managed to deliver a stunning left hook that ended the contest.

The injury occurred when Ulberg stumbled multiple times and struggled to put weight on his right leg. At 35 years old, Ulberg celebrated his first world title and his 10th consecutive victory in the UFC.

He acknowledged the severity of his knee injury but recognized the need to capitalize on the opportunity to finish the fight. Prochazka, 33, expressed disappointment after the loss, admitting he felt sorry for Ulberg upon realizing the injury's impact.

The event was notably attended by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who watched the fight from the octagon side, alongside Vice President JD Vance, as UFC prepared to host a celebration for the 250th anniversary of American independence on June 14.