“Obviously (I have) the longest win streak in the light heavyweight division, so the only thing left for me is a title shot.” That was Carlos Ulberg’s message after UFC London. And honestly, he’s got a solid argument. The Kiwi contender just edged out former champion Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event. Securing a unanimous decision in a fight that, let’s be real, wasn’t exactly a barnburner. But while the action may have underwhelmed, the result was undeniable. Ulberg now sits on an eight-fight win streak, the longest in the division. And if history is any indication, that kind of momentum should put you in title contention, right?

Well, Ulberg certainly thinks so. And if you need proof of just how impressive that streak is, Jedi I. Goodman laid it all out on X. The list of longest active UFC win streaks: Islam Makhachev (15), Merab Dvalishvili (12), Dricus Du Plessis (9). And now Ulberg tied at eight with none other than Khamzat Chimaev and Ilia Topuria. That’s some elite company. No wonder Ulberg wasted no time staking his claim. When you’re rubbing shoulders with names like those, a title shot doesn’t seem like a stretch.

But Ulberg’s road to this streak wasn’t entirely flawless. His only career loss came in his UFC debut at UFC 259 in 2021 against Kennedy Nzechukwu. In a wild fight that earned Fight of the Night honors, Ulberg started strong but ultimately fell victim to Nzechukwu’s relentless pressure, losing by second-round TKO. Since then, though, he’s been on a tear, improving his composure and striking efficiency while building his case as a true contender.  With his lone setback far behind him, ‘Black Jag’ entered UFC London with the confidence of a fighter on the rise. But standing in his way was a former champion eager to prove he still belonged at the top.

How did Carlos Ulberg handle his toughest test yet?

Blachowicz was stepping into the Octagon for the first time in nearly two years, determined to remind everyone why he was once the king of the division. In his last outing, he had the unenviable task of welcoming Alex Pereira to the light heavyweight ranks, losing a razor-close split decision that could have gone either way. Now, against Ulberg, he looked to reassert himself as a top contender.

Early on, the Polish veteran relied on his signature leg kicks and sharp counters, trying to slow ‘Black Jag’ down and disrupt his rhythm. But despite flashes of competitiveness, the fight never quite caught fire. Even the commentary team seemed eager for more action. The Aussie, however, stayed patient, methodically picking his shots and maintaining his composure. When the final horn sounded, the judges saw it in his favor. 29-28 across the board, extending his win streak to eight.

But is he next for the belt? Well, that might have to wait. Before the fight, Blachowicz made it clear he had unfinished business with Magomed Ankalaev. But now, it might just be Ulberg picking up that baton. Either way, with new champ of the division and ‘Poatan’ seemingly on course for a rematch, the Kiwi contender will likely have to exercise some patience. So, does an eight-fight win streak guarantee a title shot? Ulberg sure hopes so. But in the UFC, momentum doesn’t always translate to opportunity. What do you think? Should Ulberg wait for his shot or take another fight in the meantime? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!