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Carlos Ulberg KOs Dominick Reyes in First Round at UFC Perth, Emerges as Top Light Heavyweight Contender

Ulberg’s ninth straight win has him targeting backup duty at UFC 320’s Ankalaev–Pereira rematch.

Overview

  • Ulberg stopped Reyes by knockout at 4:27 of Round 1, dropping him with a right hook and sealing it with ground strikes in the Perth main event.
  • The victory extended Ulberg’s winning streak to nine and earned a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
  • Ulberg said he plans to be in Las Vegas for UFC 320 and asked to serve as the backup for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira.
  • Fighters and pundits on social media urged the UFC to book Ulberg against the Ankalaev–Pereira winner after his statement finish.
  • Reyes’ three-fight resurgence was snapped, and he posted a brief message congratulating Ulberg and acknowledging the setback.