Carlos Ulberg remained composed when confronted by Josh Hockett during a media appearance. Hockett approached Ulberg with questions about his size and whether he wanted to move up to heavyweight, making remarks that were partially inaudible. Ulberg did not appear rattled by the interaction and chose not to engage significantly with Hockett's provocations. The post does not clarify whether the two fighters are scheduled to compete against each other or if this was simply verbal posturing.
Carlos Ulberg kept his cool during a media appearance when fellow light heavyweight Josh Hockett approached him with a series of pointed remarks, according to footage from the event on April 8, 2026.
Hockett questioned Ulberg about his size and whether the New Zealander had any interest in moving up to heavyweight. Some of Hockett's comments were partially inaudible, but Ulberg, known as "Black Jag," chose not to engage meaningfully with the provocation and remained visibly composed throughout the exchange.
Ulberg enters the interaction as one of the more dangerous strikers in the light heavyweight division. Ranked third at 205 pounds, the City Kickboxing product carries a 15-1 record and is 35 years old. Standing six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, he has a natural physical presence that makes questions about a heavyweight move understandable, even if the framing was designed to get a reaction. His striking numbers back up his reputation — he lands 6.54 significant strikes per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate, numbers that rank among the best in his division.
No verified fighter data was available for Hockett in the AgentMMA database, and the circumstances surrounding the media appearance remain unclear. It has not been confirmed whether Ulberg and Hockett are booked to fight each other or whether this was simply an unsolicited verbal exchange.
Why it matters
- Ulberg sits at number three in the light heavyweight rankings, meaning any confirmed matchup carries significant divisional weight
- His physical dimensions — six-foot-four, 77-inch reach — make the heavyweight question a legitimate long-term conversation, regardless of Hockett's intent
- Ulberg's composure under provocation signals confidence from a fighter who has won 15 professional bouts and has real title aspirations at 205 pounds
