Paddy Pimblett reacted to Carlos Ulberg's victory over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327, expressing respect for Ulberg's performance. Pimblett noted that many fighters would have given up in the situation Ulberg faced, but instead he continued to fight and ultimately secured the win. The comment appears to reference Ulberg's ability to continue despite suffering what was reported to be a serious knee injury during the bout. Pimblett's statement highlights the mental toughness Ulberg displayed in adversity.
Paddy Pimblett has publicly praised Carlos Ulberg following Ulberg's victory over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327 on April 11, crediting the New Zealander's mental fortitude as a key factor in getting the job done.
Pimblett, the sixth-ranked lightweight contender, offered his reaction in the aftermath of the event. Known as "The Baddy," the 31-year-old Liverpudlian holds a 23-4-0 professional record and competes out of Next Generation MMA Liverpool. He stated that many fighters would have quit under the same circumstances Ulberg faced, pointing specifically to reports that the New Zealander sustained a serious knee injury during the fight yet continued competing and secured the win.
Ulberg, ranked third in the light heavyweight division, improved to 15-1-0 with the victory. The 35-year-old City Kickboxing product, standing six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, has built a reputation as one of the division's most dangerous strikers, averaging 6.54 significant strikes landed per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate. The win came against no easy opponent in Prochazka, the second-ranked light heavyweight and a fighter with a 32-6-1 record who averages 5.69 significant strikes per minute with an 80-inch reach.
Prochazka, the 33-year-old Czech Republic standout from Jetsaam Gym Brno, entered the contest as one of the division's most formidable names, making Ulberg's performance under duress all the more notable in Pimblett's eyes.
Why it matters
- Ulberg's win over the second-ranked Prochazka significantly strengthens his case for a light heavyweight title shot
- The victory, reportedly achieved through a serious knee injury, underscores Ulberg's standing as a mentally and physically resilient competitor
- Pimblett's public praise, crossing divisional lines, reflects how widely the performance resonated within the UFC roster
Saturday, April 11, 2026
