Carlos Ulberg remained unbothered when confronted by Josh Hokit during a media appearance. Hokit approached Ulberg and made comments about his size and asked if he wanted to move up to heavyweight, but the exchange was largely inaudible and appeared non-confrontational. Ulberg showed no reaction to Hokit's behaviour, maintaining his composure throughout the interaction. The incident was captured on video by UFC ANZ. No fight between the two has been announced, and the exchange appeared to be casual pre-fight promotional activity rather than a serious callout. Details about the context or purpose of their interaction remain unclear.
Carlos Ulberg brushed off a brief encounter with Josh Hokit at a recent media appearance captured by UFC ANZ, keeping his cool while the unbeaten prospect made remarks about his size and floated the idea of Ulberg moving up to heavyweight.
Hokit approached Ulberg during what appeared to be casual promotional activity, commenting on the New Zealander's frame and suggesting he consider competing at a higher weight class. The exchange was largely inaudible on camera and carried no real edge, with Ulberg showing little reaction throughout.
Ulberg, 35, is one of the most dangerous strikers in the light heavyweight division right now. Ranked third at 205 pounds and representing City Kickboxing out of Auckland, the six-foot-four orthodox fighter carries a 15-1 record and lands an impressive 6.54 significant strikes per minute at 55 percent accuracy. His reach of 77 inches makes the heavyweight jab a fairly understandable punchline when he is standing in front of you.
Hokit, 28, is undefeated at 5-0 and fights under the nickname "The Incredible Hok." Still early in his UFC tenure, he has drawn attention with his personality as much as his performances.
Why it matters
- Ulberg sits at number three in the light heavyweight rankings, making any interaction with him a visibility opportunity for a prospect like Hokit.
- The size comment lands with some irony given Ulberg's 193 cm frame and 196 cm reach already push the boundaries of the light heavyweight division.
- No matchup between the two has been announced, and nothing about the exchange suggested a formal callout was intended.
