Carlos Ulberg vs Volkan Oezdemir: A Crucial Step Towards Title Contention in 2025

New Zealand star Carlos Ulberg can put the light heavyweight division on red alert with a win over Volkan Oezdemir at UFC Fight Night in Macau on November 23. Ulberg has fought his way into the top ten of the light heavyweight division and will be hunting for bigger challenges as he eyes a title shot in 2025. His Swedish opponent was recently ranked as high as sixth but has since dropped to eight, with Khalil Rountree Jr moving up the standings following his recent title fight against champion Alex Pereira. A win over Oezdemir will potentially earn Ulberg a championship fight with Pereira in 2025, and he will be desperate to prove he deserves the opportunity.  His latest fight was a statement of intent as he knocked out Alonzo Manfield after just 12 seconds, marking himself as a fighter to watch out for. Ulberg is a refined kickboxer. He knows how to use his 77-inch reach to keep his range, and his composure is an extremely useful asset. Oezdemir brings a wealth of experience to the table. The 35-year-old boasts a respectable professional record of 20 wins and seven losses, including an 8-6 record in the UFC.  He challenged...