Dana White Drops UFC 327 Bombshell: Jiri Prochazka Vs. Carlos Ulberg for vacant 205 Belt – Alex Pereira’s future unknown

Dana White and UFC officials have confirmed a blockbuster main event for UFC 327 on April 11 at the Kaseya Center: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg for the vacant light heavyweight championship. The announcement, dropped Friday afternoon via UFC social channels and the promotion’s website, marks a pivotal moment for the 205-pound division amid swirling rumors surrounding the possible departure of champion Alex Pereira.

Prochazka, the former defending champion known for his pressure and samurai-like intensity, steps back into the Octagon. The Czech star, who previously held the title before relinquishing it due to injury in 2024. “This is my way back to glory,” Prochazka posted on Instagram shortly after the news broke, fueling fans’ expectations for his signature mayhem. He is most recently coming off KO wins against Khalil Rountree Jr. and Jamahal Hill.

UFC 327: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg

Towards him, yes Ulbergthe 34-year-old New Zealand powerhouse is on a thrilling nine-fight win streak in the UFC. The streaker prospect recently defeated Vitor Petrino via third-round TKO at UFC 305 in Perth with subsequent wins over Dominick Reyes and Jan Błachowicz, both former titleholders.

Ulberg, who trains at City Kickboxing, called the shot his “dream realized” in a post-announcement interview with UFC Embedded. At 6-foot-4 with an 80-inch reach, he presents matchup nightmares for Prochazka’s forward marching style.

The vacancy follows Pereira’s apparent decision to relinquish the title, although UFC president Dana White has not yet issued a formal statement. Sources close to the Brazilian knockout artist may be looking at a full-time move to the heavyweight division, with rumors pointing to a superfight against Ciryl Gane for an interim title. Pereira has teased the announcement.

Pereira’s heavyweight pivot could reshape two divisions. Gane, the former interim champion, is healthy after his no-contest against reigning king Tom Aspinall. Aspinall was injured during his Gane match due to a serious eye puncture. The fight is rumored to take place before UFC 328.