Carlos Ulberg has rejected the possibility of a rematch with Jiri Prochazka. Ulberg expressed disappointment that Prochazka did not congratulate him after their fight, noting he usually shows respect and love to all opponents. He suggested Prochazka's "mercy" narrative was merely playing to the crowd and criticized how the entire situation has been clouded by that storyline. Ulberg believes the overall story could have been much better without Prochazka's post-fight justifications. The post asks whether Prochazka deserves an immediate rematch.
Carlos Ulberg has publicly shut down any talk of a rematch with Jiri Prochazka, while also taking aim at the Czech fighter's conduct in the aftermath of their light heavyweight contest.
Ulberg, known as "Black Jag," made clear he has no interest in running it back, expressing disappointment that Prochazka failed to congratulate him following the fight. The New Zealander noted that showing respect and genuine affection toward opponents is something he takes seriously, and he felt that standard was not reciprocated. Ulberg also took direct aim at the "mercy" narrative Prochazka put forward after the bout, suggesting it was theater aimed at the crowd rather than an honest account of events. In Ulberg's view, the broader story of the fight was undermined by those post-fight justifications.
The 35-year-old City Kickboxing product carries a 15-1 record and currently sits ranked third in the UFC light heavyweight division. At six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, Ulberg is one of the more physically imposing strikers in the weight class, landing 6.54 significant strikes per minute at 55 percent accuracy.
Prochazka, ranked second in the division, brings considerable credentials of his own. The 33-year-old from the Czech Republic holds a 32-6-1 record and is a former UFC light heavyweight champion. He stands six-foot-three with a remarkable 80-inch reach and lands 5.69 significant strikes per minute, also at 55 percent accuracy.
Why it matters
- Ulberg's rejection of a rematch complicates the light heavyweight divisional picture, given both men sit in the top three of the rankings.
- Prochazka's "mercy" framing after the loss has now become a public point of contention rather than a footnote.
- With Ulberg firmly closing the door, matchmakers will need to look elsewhere to determine his next opponent and Prochazka's path back toward title contention.
