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Jiri Prochazka is targeting a UFC comeback in November or December against a top-five light heavyweight opponent. The former champion noted that October is becoming unrealistic, as he wants at least two months of preparation and a quality training camp before his next bout.

UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg is targeting a return to action in early 2027 as he continues rehabilitation from a torn ACL suffered during his title-winning victory over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327. Ulberg underwent successful surgery on his right knee and has been diligently working through his recovery while remaining present in the gym. Speaking at a news conference in Shanghai ahead of UFC Fight Night 286, Ulberg stressed his priority is getting fully healthy before defending his title rather than rushing back and risking re-injury.


Paulo Costa has signed a contract for an upcoming fight. The bout is expected to be against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 332.


Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes are rumoured to headline UFC 332 on October 3. Jiri Prochazka is mentioned as a potential co-main event fighter, with social media activity suggesting he has already begun a training camp.


Jiri Prochazka has publicly stated that the UFC offered him a bout against Paulo Costa for October or November, warning Costa to stop mentioning his name if he has no intention of fighting. Costa flatly denied that Prochazka's name has been brought to him, insisting no offer was ever made. The dispute follows both fighters competing at UFC 327, where Prochazka was knocked out by Carlos Ulberg in a vacant light heavyweight title fight and Costa finished Azamat Murzakanov.




Paulo Costa has publicly dismissed suggestions that he fight Magomed Ankalaev or Jiri Prochazka, arguing that Ankalaev's recent performance puts him closer to being cut than to a title shot. Costa, who knocked out Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 to break into the light heavyweight top five, insists he deserves a shot at the undisputed title. With champion Carlos Ulberg sidelined until at least 2027, Costa could be the UFC's first call if an interim title is introduced in the division.



Jiri Prochazka has a professional MMA record of 32-6-1 (wins-losses-draws).
Jiri Prochazka does not have a fight currently scheduled.
Jiri Prochazka is 33 years old, born October 14, 1992.
Jiri Prochazka stands 191 cm (6'3") tall, with a 203 cm (80") reach.
Jiri Prochazka is from Czech Republic and competes in the Light Heavyweight division.
Jiri Prochazka is ranked #2 in the UFC Light Heavyweight division.
Jiri Prochazka last fought on April 11, 2026 at UFC 327: Prochazka vs. Ulberg, losing to Carlos Ulberg by KO/TKO in round 1.
Jiri Prochazka is a 33-year-old Light Heavyweight fighter, ranked #2, with a 32-6-1 record. Last fought April 2026.