Carlos Ulberg suffers torn ACL, recovery may take 12 months

Carlos Ulberg's manager Ash Belcastro has confirmed that the fighter suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Belcastro stated that the surgery went "very well" and that Ulberg is "focused on returning as soon as possible." The recovery timeline could extend up to 12 months, casting doubt on whether Ulberg will be able to compete at all in late 2026. The injury raises questions about whether the UFC should introduce an interim title in his division during his absence. The severity of the injury represents a significant setback for Ulberg's momentum in the light heavyweight division.