Carlos Ulberg remained composed when confronted by Josh Hockett's provocative behavior at a recent UFC event. In video footage captured by UFCANZ, Hockett approached Ulberg with confrontational remarks, though portions of the exchange were unclear. Ulberg appeared unfazed by the attempts to provoke him, maintaining his professionalism. The interaction follows Hockett's pattern of unusual behavior at media events. Details of the full exchange were limited in the available footage.
Carlos Ulberg kept his cool during a face-to-face confrontation with Josh Hockett at a recent UFC event, brushing off provocative remarks without losing his composure.
Video footage released by UFCANZ showed Hockett approaching Ulberg with confrontational comments, though portions of the exchange were difficult to make out clearly. Throughout the encounter, Ulberg remained calm and professional, appearing entirely unbothered by the attempted provocation. The incident fits a broader pattern of unusual behavior Hockett has displayed at media events.
Ulberg, known by his nickname Black Jag, enters 2026 as one of the light heavyweight division's most dangerous contenders. The 35-year-old New Zealander holds a 15-1 record and sits ranked third in the division, training out of the renowned City Kickboxing gym in Auckland. Standing six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, he is a physically imposing presence, and his numbers back that up — he lands 6.54 significant strikes per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate, making him one of the more prolific and precise strikers in the 205-pound weight class.
Why it matters
- Ulberg is ranked third at light heavyweight, meaning his public image and composure under pressure carry real weight as he pursues a title shot.
- Maintaining professionalism in a moment designed to rattle him reinforces the disciplined reputation City Kickboxing athletes are known for.
- Hockett's conduct at media events continues to draw attention, and how top-ranked fighters respond sets the tone for how seriously such provocations are taken.
