UFC Perth Fight Night Preview: Ulberg vs Reyes Headlines Stacked RAC Arena Card

The Octagon returns to Perth, Western Australia this weekend as the UFC hosts its fourth event at the iconic RAC Arena. Fight fans can expect another action-packed night as rising contenders and seasoned veterans collide at UFC Fight Night: Carlos Ulberg vs Dominick Reyes.

While the card has lost one of its prelim bouts due to injury – with Oban Elliott forced to withdraw from his clash against Jonathan Micallef – the rest of the lineup remains loaded with talent and high-stakes matchups.

Main Event: Carlos Ulberg vs Dominick Reyes

Light heavyweight contenders Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes take center stage in a pivotal clash that could determine the next challenger for the 205-pound title.

Ulberg, representing City Kickboxing, enters his first UFC main event riding an impressive eight-fight win streak, including victories over former champion Jan Blachowicz and veteran Volkan Oezdemir. His precision striking and composure have established him as one of the division’s most dangerous rising threats.

Across the cage, Reyes is experiencing a career resurgence. After a rough patch, the former title challenger has bounced back with three straight wins, finishing Dustin Jacoby, Anthony Smith, and Nikita Krylov. With the UFC light heavyweight belt on the line at UFC 320 next week, both Ulberg and Reyes know that a decisive performance in Perth could put them next in line for gold.

Co-Main & Main Card Highlights

• Jack Jenkins vs Ramon Taveras (Featherweight)
  Local favorite Jenkins looks to rebound after a February setback when he takes on DWCS product Taveras. Jenkins has shown grit in past Perth appearances, while Taveras brings speed and finishing instincts into enemy territory.
• Jimmy Crute vs Ivan Erslan (Light Heavyweight)
  After breaking a five-fight skid with a submission victory earlier this year, Aussie powerhouse Crute meets Croatian brawler Erslan, who is desperate to claim his first UFC win after two decision losses.
• Jake Matthews vs Neil Magny (Welterweight)
  One of Australia’s most consistent performers, Matthews, finally gets his long-awaited showdown with veteran Magny. With Magny entering his 36th UFC fight, experience is on his side, but Matthews has youth and momentum after three straight wins.
• Tom Nolan vs Charlie Campbell (Lightweight)
  Nolan has stormed back from a debut defeat with three straight wins and will look to extend his streak against Campbell, a New Yorker returning after 17 months away from the Octagon.

Prelim Fights to Watch

• Justin Tafa vs Louie Sutherland (Heavyweight) – Known for his explosive finishes, Tafa welcomes English newcomer Sutherland in what promises to be a slugfest.
• Navajo Stirling vs Rodolfo Bellato (Light Heavyweight) – Two DWCS alums square off, with Stirling carrying momentum and Bellato aiming to prove himself after an inconsistent start.
• Loma Lookboonmee vs Alexia Thainara (Strawweight) – A battle of rising prospects as Lookboonmee looks to extend her winning streak while Thainara seeks to stay unbeaten in the UFC.
• Cameron Rowston vs Andre Petroski (Middleweight) – Fresh from a DWCS win, Rowston makes his UFC debut against seasoned grappler Petroski.
• Colby Thicknesse vs Josias Musasa (Bantamweight) – An Australian fan favorite, Thicknesse gets a full camp for his second UFC outing against the undefeated Musasa.
• Jamie Mullarkey vs Rolando Bedoya (Lightweight) – Always entertaining, Mullarkey faces Bedoya, who is still searching for his first UFC victory.
• Michelle Montague vs Luana Carolina (Bantamweight) – Kiwi newcomer Montague debuts with a perfect submission record, taking on Brazil’s experienced Carolina.
• Brando Pericic vs Elisha Ellison (Heavyweight) – Two debuting big men open the show, both known for quick finishes and knockout power.

Final Word

Despite the late cancellation of Micallef vs Elliott, UFC Perth still promises a thrilling night of action for Australian fans. With Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes battling for a potential title shot and a stacked lineup of local and international talent, RAC Arena is set for another memorable chapter in UFC history.

UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs Reyes takes place this Saturday in Perth and will be broadcast live on ESPN+.

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