Carlos Ulberg suffers torn ACL, surgery successful but year-long recovery expected

Carlos Ulberg's manager Ash Belcastro has confirmed that the light heavyweight contender suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Ulberg has already undergone surgery, which Belcastro described as having gone "very well." The fighter is focused on returning to competition as quickly as possible. However, recovery from an ACL tear typically takes up to 12 months, casting doubt on whether Ulberg will compete at all in 2026. The injury and extended timeline have prompted questions about whether an interim title should be introduced in the division.