Carlos Ulberg remained unfazed by Josh Hockit's provocative behavior during a UFC 327 media event interaction. In video footage, Ulberg calmly engaged with Hockit, commenting on his size and jokingly asking if he wanted to move up to heavyweight. The exchange appeared cordial despite Hockit's recent controversial media day comments. Ulberg's relaxed demeanor stood in contrast to Hockit's earlier bizarre speech. The interaction suggests Ulberg is not letting his opponent's psychological tactics affect him heading into their fight.
Carlos Ulberg brushed aside Josh Hockit's mind games during a UFC 327 media event interaction on April 8, days before the two light heavyweights are scheduled to meet on April 11.
Video footage from the event showed Ulberg handling the exchange with composure, commenting on Hockit's physical size and joking that his opponent might consider moving up to heavyweight. The relaxed response came after Hockit had drawn attention for a bizarre and provocative speech earlier in the media day.
Ulberg, 35, enters the fight as the third-ranked light heavyweight contender, carrying a 15-1 record and representing New Zealand's City Kickboxing gym. At six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, the orthodox striker is one of the more physically imposing figures in the division. His numbers reinforce that reputation: he lands 6.54 significant strikes per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate, marks that place him among the most efficient and active strikers at 205 pounds.
No verified ranking or record data for Hockit was available.
Why it matters
- Ulberg's calm demeanor suggests Hockit's psychological approach has had little effect heading into fight week
- At No. 3 in the light heavyweight rankings, a convincing Ulberg performance would strengthen his case for a title shot
- Ulberg's high striking output and reach advantage are likely to be central factors in the stylistic matchup
Saturday, April 11, 2026
