Carlos Ulberg targeted first-round finish due to potential corner stoppage

Carlos Ulberg revealed he was forced to pursue a first-round knockout because his corner was considering stopping the fight due to an injury he sustained. Ulberg stated his team began contemplating ending the bout, which motivated him to increase his power and urgency to finish his opponent before the round ended. He successfully secured the knockout in the first round, preventing his corner from having to make the difficult decision. The injury details were not specified, but it was serious enough that his coaches discussed stopping the fight. Despite the setback, Ulberg demonstrated composure and finishing ability under pressure.