Ulberg's left check hook mastery and Ankalaev matchup analysis after UFC 327

A detailed breakdown of Carlos Ulberg's UFC 327 performance noted that he has scored six knockouts with his left check hook in his last 12 fights, an unprecedented rate in UFC. The analysis highlighted that Ulberg drops both orthodox and southpaw fighters with this signature strike, catching Prochazka three times before the finish despite Prochazka having been dropped by the same punch twice against Pereira. Regarding a potential Magomed Ankalaev matchup, the breakdown gave Ankalaev a 55-45 edge, noting that while Thiago Santos previously hurt Ankalaev with left check hooks and Ulberg is faster and more mobile than Pereira or Santos, Ankalaev's pressure and wrestling could be decisive. The piece also praised Paulo Costa's development despite low activity (six fights in six years) and his knockout wins over Russian hand-to-hand combat specialists. Josh Hockit was highlighted as potentially the most athletic heavyweight in five years alongside Francis Ngannou and Tom Aspinall.