The official UFC 293 highlight video has been released, showcasing Carlos Ulberg’s impressive submission victory over Da Woon Jung. The match, which took place at the Otakaro Sports Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, on October 23, 2022, is an early contender for the “Fight of the Night” award. In the light heavyweight division, Ulberg, a former kickboxer, showed off his grappling skills, locking in a tight rear-naked choke that forced Jung to tap out in the second round.
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Carlos Ulberg’s Performance
Carlos Ulberg entered the bout with a 5-1 professional MMA record, establishing himself as a rising star in the light heavyweight division. The New Zealand native was clearly motivated to put on a show for his home crowd, displaying his striking prowess in the first round. However, it was his submission skills that ultimately led to victory. After securing a takedown in the second round, Ulberg quickly transitioned to Jung’s back and locked in a tight rear-naked choke, forcing the tap and earning the victory.
“I’ve been working a lot on my grappling,” Ulberg said in his post-fight interview. “I knew I had the striking advantage, but I wanted to show that I’m a complete mixed martial artist. I’m happy with the performance, but there’s always room for improvement.”
Da Woon Jung’s Future in the UFC
Despite the loss, Da Woon Jung showcased his talent and resilience in the fight. The South Korean fighter entered the match with a 14-2-1 record and had previously won four fights in a row before suffering a decision loss to Sam Alvey in his UFC debut. Although he was unable to secure a victory against Ulberg, Jung’s performance demonstrated that he has the potential to rebound and continue climbing the light heavyweight rankings.
“It’s a tough loss, but I’ll learn from it and come back stronger,” Jung stated after the fight. “I want to thank Carlos for a great fight and the UFC for the opportunity to compete on this stage.”
With UFC 293 now in the books, both Carlos Ulberg and Da Woon Jung can look forward to their next challenges in the promotion. As they continue to develop their skills and make improvements, fans can expect exciting performances from these talented light heavyweights in the future.