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Paulo Costa challenges Carlos Ulberg's 2027 championship plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:32 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Paulo Costa challenges Carlos Ulberg's 2027 championship plans
Summary

Paulo Costa stated that he expects a new champion to emerge in the UFC light heavyweight division before Carlos Ulberg returns from injury in 2027. Ulberg recently won the vacant title by defeating Jiri Prochazka but is currently sidelined with an ACL injury. While recovering, Ulberg proposed future matchups, including ones against Magomed Ankalaev and Costa, after Ankalaev's recent victory. Costa mocked Ulberg’s timeline and expressed his desire for a title shot, suggesting he could become champion himself in 2026.

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  • •Paulo Costa believes a new light heavyweight champion will emerge in 2026.
  • •Carlos Ulberg is recovering from an ACL injury sustained in his title fight.
  • •Ulberg won the vacant title in April by defeating Jiri Prochazka.
  • •UFC CEO Dana White hinted at a potential interim title during Ulberg's recovery.
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  • 4:32 AMYahoo Sports — Paulo Costa warns Carlos Ulberg against 2027 return plans
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Paulo Costa believes the Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight division will have a new champion before Carlos Ulberg returns to the Octagon.

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