Carlos Ulberg ‘lost the belt’ after UFC 327 championship win
Key Points:
- Carlos Ulberg won the UFC light heavyweight championship at UFC 327 with a knockout over Jiri Prochazka but sustained a knee injury during the fight that may force him to vacate the title.
- After the victory, Ulberg lost the championship belt during celebrations and suspects it is at a friend's apartment in Miami, though he is not overly concerned about its whereabouts.
- Ulberg plans to stay in the U.S. for medical scans and treatment at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas before returning to New Zealand, potentially undergoing surgery for his swollen knee.
- Ulberg, who has a background in kickboxing and a rapid rise in MMA, is drawing on past injury experiences to manage his current situation and recovery process.
- Despite the injury and belt loss, Ulberg remains focused on getting treatment and is optimistic about his future in the sport.