Carlos Ulberg's manager Ash Belcastro confirmed that the fighter suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Belcastro stated that the surgery went "very well" and Ulberg is "focused on returning as soon as possible." Recovery from ACL surgery typically takes up to 12 months, meaning Ulberg may not return to the Octagon until the end of 2026. The lengthy absence raises questions about whether the UFC should introduce an interim title in the light heavyweight division.
