Ulberg, new UFC light heavyweight champion, undergoes ACL surgery
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Key Points:
- UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg underwent knee surgery for a torn ACL in his right leg after his title win over Jiří Procházka at UFC 327.
- Ulberg sustained the injury during the first round but still secured a knockout victory with a left hook despite the injury.
- His manager confirmed the ACL tear, and Ulberg shared updates about the surgery from Las Vegas.
- The UFC has not yet announced plans for the light heavyweight title during Ulberg’s recovery period.
- The division has faced multiple setbacks recently, with three title vacancies in four years due to injuries and a champion moving up weight classes.
