Carlos Ulberg suffers ACL tear, surgery successful but recovery lengthy

Carlos Ulberg's manager Ash Belcastro confirmed the light heavyweight contender suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament. The surgery was reported to have gone "very well" and Ulberg is targeting a return as soon as possible. Recovery from an ACL tear typically takes up to 12 months, casting doubt on whether Ulberg will compete at all in 2026. The injury raises questions about whether the UFC should introduce an interim title in the light heavyweight division. Ulberg was positioned as a top contender before the injury setback.