UFC 327 Embedded: Fighters Prepare for Title Fight

Prochazka and Ulberg set to battle for vacant light heavyweight championship

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:37am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and clashing styles of two UFC light heavyweight fighters in an abstract, fragmented composition.The upcoming UFC 327 light heavyweight title fight promises an explosive clash of styles and techniques as former champion Jiri Prochazka battles rising contender Carlos Ulberg.Today in Miami

The second episode of UFC 327 Embedded follows the fighters as they prepare for the upcoming title fight in Miami. Johnny Walker recovers with his son, Carlos Ulberg enjoys a meal with his teammates, Curtis Blaydes finalizes his training, Jiri Prochazka spends his rest day with alligators, and Paulo Costa arrives in Miami as the new co-main event.

Why it matters

UFC 327 features a highly anticipated light heavyweight title fight between former champion Jiri Prochazka and rising contender Carlos Ulberg. The outcome of this bout will have major implications for the future of the 205-pound division.

The details

In the second episode of the UFC 327 Embedded series, viewers get an inside look at the fighters' final preparations for the big event. Johnny Walker is seen recovering with his son, Carlos Ulberg enjoys a Hibachi dinner with his City Kickboxing teammates, Curtis Blaydes completes his last training session before heading to Miami, Jiri Prochazka spends a rest day with alligators, and Paulo Costa arrives in Miami as the new co-main event fighter.

  • UFC 327 takes place on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.

The players

Johnny Walker

A light heavyweight fighter competing on the UFC 327 card.

Carlos Ulberg

The No. 3 ranked light heavyweight contender who is challenging for the vacant title at UFC 327.

Curtis Blaydes

A heavyweight fighter who is also competing on the UFC 327 event.

Jiri Prochazka

The former UFC light heavyweight champion who is fighting to regain his title at UFC 327.

Paulo Costa

A middleweight fighter who has been added to the UFC 327 co-main event.

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What they’re saying

“I'm ready to shock the world.”

— Carlos Ulberg, UFC Light Heavyweight Contender

What’s next

The light heavyweight title fight between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg will headline UFC 327 on April 11, 2026 in Miami.

The takeaway

The highly anticipated UFC 327 event features a compelling light heavyweight title fight between former champion Jiri Prochazka and rising contender Carlos Ulberg, with both fighters looking to make a statement and claim the vacant 205-pound title.