Kiwi Carlos Ulberg books co-main on Conor McGregor UFC card
Carlos Ulberg is set to make a splash in the UFC. Just days after his impressive 12-second knockout victory over Alonzo Menifield propelled him into the light heavyweight rankings, the fighter known as the “Black Jag” has secured the biggest fight of his career. Ulberg will now face former UFC champion Jamahal Hill at UFC 303 in Las Vegas on June 30. This news comes after Ulberg stepped in on short notice to replace Khalil Rountree Jnr, who had to withdraw from the bout against Hill due to a banned substance violation. The fight is slated to be the co-main event on the pay-per-view card, with Conor McGregor headlining the event in a welterweight clash against Michael Chandler.
Ulberg expressed his excitement for this opportunity, stating, “When those opportunities come by you can’t pass them up. There wasn’t much thought put into it. It was more like, ’okay, this is it. Let’s go for it’. I have said if anyone is going to make it happen, the UFC can make anything happen. They make your dreams come true, and these are the opportunities.”
In a twist of fate, Ulberg had hinted at the possibility of this fight in an interview with MMA journalist Ariel Helwani just last week. He mentioned that he would be ready to step in if either Hill or Rountree Jnr were unable to compete. Shortly after that interview, Ulberg’s manager received the call offering him the fight, leading to his unexpected yet thrilling opportunity.
This is a significant moment for Ulberg as he faces a tough opponent in Hill, who holds the No 3 ranking in the light heavyweight division. Despite the challenges, Ulberg is determined to make the most of this chance and showcase his skills on a big stage. His coach, Eugene Bareman, emphasized the importance of this year for Ulberg’s career, noting that it was time for him to make strides towards a title shot.
With his bout against Hill now confirmed, Ulberg is focused and prepared to seize this opportunity, knowing that it could be a pivotal moment in his career. As he gears up to step into the octagon at UFC 303, all eyes will be on this rising Kiwi talent.
Keywords: Carlos Ulberg, UFC 303, Conor McGregor, Jamahal Hill, light heavyweight division
Conclusion: Carlos Ulberg’s upcoming fight against Jamahal Hill at UFC 303 marks a significant moment in his career. With determination and readiness, Ulberg is poised to make a statement on the big stage and solidify his presence in the light heavyweight division.
