- Carlos Ulberg won the vacant UFC light-heavyweight title by knocking out Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327, despite suffering a severe knee injury early in the fight.
- Ulberg's manager confirmed he tore his right ACL, along with bone bruising and tibia damage, and has since undergone successful surgery.
- The Kiwi fighter's recovery is expected to take six to 12 months, which could prevent him from defending his newly acquired title for an extended period.
- There is speculation that Ulberg may be forced to vacate the light-heavyweight belt, mirroring the situation with Jiri Prochazka, who was stripped of his title due to a long-term injury.
- The UFC might consider sanctioning an interim title match to address the division's future, similar to the heavyweight division's current arrangement.
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