Carlos Ulberg remained calm and dismissive when confronted by Josh Hewitt's unusual behavior during UFC promotional activities. According to UFC ANZ footage, Hewitt approached Ulberg with comments about his size and questioned whether he wanted to move up to heavyweight. Ulberg did not appear rattled by the interaction and maintained his composure throughout the exchange. The encounter followed Hewitt's bizarre media day speech that had drawn significant attention. Ulberg's measured response contrasted sharply with Hewitt's provocative approach.
Carlos Ulberg kept his cool during a tense media day exchange with Josh Hewitt ahead of their upcoming UFC bout, footage from UFC ANZ showed on April 8.
Hewitt approached Ulberg and made comments about his size, going as far as to question whether the New Zealander should be competing at heavyweight rather than light heavyweight. Ulberg, unimpressed and unbothered, held his composure throughout the confrontation. The encounter came on the heels of a widely discussed media day speech from Hewitt that had already raised eyebrows across the MMA community.
Ulberg, the number-three ranked light heavyweight contender, carries a 15-1 record and represents City Kickboxing out of New Zealand. The 35-year-old stands six-foot-four with a 77-inch reach, making Hewitt's comments about size something of an odd target. Ulberg has developed a reputation as one of the division's most dangerous strikers, landing an impressive 6.54 significant strikes per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate. His composed demeanor at media day appeared consistent with the measured, professional approach he has brought to his recent run of form.
Why it matters
- Ulberg's calm response denied Hewitt the reaction he appeared to be seeking, potentially winning the psychological battle before the fight begins
- As the number-three ranked light heavyweight, Ulberg has significant divisional stakes riding on this performance
- Hewitt's provocative approach suggests he may be looking to disrupt Ulberg's rhythm early, a contrast in styles that could define how the fight unfolds
