Carlos Ulberg says the UFC should think bigger than an interim title fight in the light heavyweight division. After recent discussion around the title picture, Ulberg floated the idea of a tournament format instead, suggesting it could bring more clarity and excitement to a weight class that continues to generate debate.
The conversation picked up after Magomed Ankalaev defeated Bogdan Guskov in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event. While Ankalaev got the result, the fight also brought back familiar criticism about his style, with fans and observers once again labeling the bout dull.
The description around the fight suggests Ankalaev was not solely responsible for how the main event played out, as Guskov was seen by some as offering very little for long stretches. Even so, the outcome did little to change Ankalaev’s reputation with viewers who want more action from championship-level contenders.
That is where Ulberg’s tournament idea enters the discussion. Rather than move straight to an interim belt scenario, a light heavyweight bracket could give several contenders a direct path forward while also creating the kind of matchups that hold fan interest. In a division where momentum and entertainment value both matter, the suggestion is likely to keep drawing attention.
