Jan Blachowicz is again.
The previous UFC gentle heavyweight champion competes for the primary time since July 2023 when he takes on Carlos Ulberg at UFC London on March 22 at O2 Area. Blachowicz vs. Ulberg was formally introduced Tuesday.
When Blachowicz (29-10-1) most not too long ago competed, it was towards future champion Alex Pereira at UFC 291. Blachowicz proved to be a stiff problem for “Poatan,” with the Brazilian striker edging out a break up resolution. It was a troublesome break for Blachowicz, who’s simply 1-2-1 in his previous 4 outings.
He’s now tasked with slowing the surging Ulberg (11-1). The New Zealand kickboxer fell quick in his UFC debut in 2021, however has since run off seven straight wins, together with a choice nod over Volkan Oezdemir this previous November.
The UFC additionally introduced a heavyweight bout for his or her return to London, as veteran Marcin Tybura (26-9) takes on the undefeated Mick Parkin (10-0). Tybura is coming off of a win over Jhonata Diniz at UFC 309, whereas Parkin seems to capitalize on two wins in 2024 that stored him undefeated and improved his file contained in the octagon to 4-0.
UFC Europe is but to have a headlining bout introduced for the cardboard.
