It’s confirmed: UFC No.3 light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg will take on No.8 Dominick Reyes in a key light heavyweight showdown in the main event at UFC Fight Night Perth. After two failed attempts at UFC 297 and then UFC on ESPN 54, the highly anticipated bout is ultimately set to take place on September 28, 2025.
[Trending] Ulberg vs Reyes: The Epic UFC Perth Showdown We’ve Been Waiting For
The matchup pits two of the most electrifying athletes in the light heavyweight division. Carlos Ulberg of New Zealand holds an impressive 19-2-0 record, while American Dominick Reyes brings a seasoned 15-4-0 to the cage.
This bout has been brewing for over a year. Initially scheduled for UFC 297 on January 20, 2024, the fight was scrapped after Ulberg suffered a major injury. A second booking for March 30, 2024, at UFC on ESPN 54 fell apart when Reyes pulled out due to personal issues. The constant delays only intensified fan anticipation.
Now, it’s game time—Perth, September 28. The hype is real.
🔗 Official Announcement
Heavy hitters heading to Perth 👀@UlbergCarlos vs @DomReyes is the #UFCPerth main event!
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— UFC (@ufc) July 29, 2025
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[Revealed] Who Has the Edge Ahead of UFC Perth?
Ahead of UFC Fight Night in Perth, Carlos Ulberg seems to have the upper hand over Dominick Reyes, thanks to his better form and higher ranking.
Ulberg, 34, has an impressive straight 8 winning streak in the UFC, including notable victories against former light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz and Volkan Oezdemir.
In his 14-year career, Ulberg has suffered only one loss against Kennedy Nzechukwu at UFC 259 in 2021.
Regarded as a rising title contender, Ulberg is reportedly stepping into his first five-round main event. Also, he is involved in training with Israel Adesanya’s elite camp in New Zealand.camp in New Zealand.
Dominick Reyes, 35, on the other hand, is on a three-fight winning streak, following a comeback from health issues and a tough loss to Jon Jones in 2020.
His recent win over fighters like Nikita Krylov and Anthony Smith definitely proves his strength. However, he has not built the same strong winning streak as Ulberg. While Reyes has more experience in five-round fights, many see him as the underdog against Ulberg.
Pankaj Kapoor’s POV
Ulberg has the edge—cleaner form, stronger streak, and a killer camp. But Reyes is no slouch. Ranked No. 7, he’s gritty and experienced. This is a true top-10 showdown with real title implications
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