UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes Full Fight Card, Date & Details
UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes
Australia
Main Card • Final
New Zealand
R1, 4:27
Performance of the Night
United States
R1, 3:19
Performance of the Night
Croatia
R3, 5:00
R3, 3:08
R1, 4:08
Performance of the Night
Prelims • Final
R3, 5:00
Brazil
R1, 2:41
R3, 5:00
Peru
R3, 5:00
Democratic Republic of the Congo
R3, 5:00
R1, 1:55
Performance of the Night
R3, 5:00
Thailand
Official Event Results
$50k Bonus
Official Post-Fight Bonus Awards
$50,000 Post-Fight Bonus Recipients
Fight of the Night: No bonus awarded.
Performance of the Night: Carlos Ulberg earned $50,000 for his explosive first-round knockout victory over former title challenger Dominick Reyes.
Performance of the Night: Jimmy Crute collected $50,000 for his creative first-round reverse can opener submission over Ivan Erslan.
Performance of the Night: Tom Nolan was awarded $50,000 for securing a first-round rear-naked choke submission over Charlie Campbell.
Performance of the Night: Brando Peričić received $50,000 for his devastating 1:55 first-round knockout over Elisha Ellison in his Octagon debut.
Reported Payouts & Disclosed Purses
Fighter Purses & Total Payout Estimates
| Fighter | Result | Base Purse | Win / Finish Bonus | Performance Bonus | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN | $100,000 | $100,000 | $50,000 | $250,000 | |
| LOSS | $125,000 | — | — | $125,000 | |
| WIN | $65,000 | $65,000 | $50,000 | $180,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $32,000 | $32,000 | — | $64,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $135,000 | $135,000 | — | $270,000 | |
| LOSS | $80,000 | — | — | $80,000 | |
| WIN | $24,000 | $24,000 | $50,000 | $98,000 | |
| LOSS | $18,000 | — | — | $18,000 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $32,000 | |
| LOSS | $24,000 | — | — | $24,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $36,000 | — | — | $36,000 | |
| WIN | $55,000 | $55,000 | — | $110,000 | |
| LOSS | $16,000 | — | — | $16,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $12,000 | — | — | $12,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | — | $24,000 | |
| LOSS | $40,000 | — | — | $40,000 | |
| WIN | $12,000 | $12,000 | $50,000 | $74,000 | |
| LOSS | $10,000 | — | — | $10,000 | |
| WIN | $16,000 | $16,000 | — | $32,000 | |
| LOSS | $35,000 | — | — | $35,000 |
*Purses and payout totals represent industry-reported contract figures and base estimates. Because the event was staged in Perth, Australia, athletic commission purse disclosures are not publicly mandated. Estimated totals incorporate base show money, standard win bonus structures, and officially awarded UFC Performance of the Night bonuses ($50,000 each). Ramon Taveras missed weight (147 lb) and forfeited a percentage of his base purse to Jack Jenkins.
Historic UFC Records Set
Promotional Records Established at UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes
Veteran Neil Magny secured his 22nd career UFC welterweight victory by submitting Jake Matthews via third-round brabo choke, extending his all-time promotional record in the 170-pound division.
Carlos Ulberg captured his eighth consecutive victory inside the Octagon, tying for the second-longest active winning streak in the UFC light heavyweight division.
With his 4:27 stoppage over former title challenger Dominick Reyes, Carlos Ulberg recorded his sixth knockout in eight promotional appearances, maintaining an exceptional 75% finishing rate.
Jimmy Crute tapped Ivan Erslan via reverse can opener at 3:19 of Round 1, marking only the second time in modern UFC light heavyweight history a bout concluded with this spinal-lock variant.
The event drew an official crowd of 12,643 fans and produced a reported live gate of $1,800,000, celebrating the promotion’s fourth event in Perth, Western Australia.
A promotional record 13 athletes from Australia and New Zealand competed across the 12-bout fight card, the highest single-event regional representation in Oceanic UFC history.
Australian heavyweight Brando Peričić introduced himself to the UFC with a blistering 1:55 first-round knockout over Elisha Ellison, immediately collecting a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
City Kickboxing prospect Navajo Stirling remained completely undefeated at 11-0-0 by landing 81 significant strikes in a dominant unanimous decision win over Rodolfo Bellato.
Tom Nolan secured his third consecutive UFC victory all coming in the opening round, forcing Charlie Campbell to tap via rear-naked choke at 4:08 to earn his first post-fight bonus.
Promotional debutante Michelle Montague compiled 10 minutes and 43 seconds of ground control time against Luana Carolina, setting the highest control mark in a three-round women’s bantamweight bout in 2025.
Alexia Thainara amassed 10 minutes and 2 seconds of top control and 5 takedowns against Loma Lookboonmee, pitching a shutout 30–27 unanimous decision victory across all judges.
UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes featured four first-round finishes (Ulberg, Crute, Nolan, and Peričić), matching the highest opening-round finish rate of any 2025 UFC Asia-Pacific showcase.
When and where did UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes take place?
UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes took place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 (local Sunday, September 28), at the RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Who won the main event between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes?
Carlos Ulberg defeated former title challenger Dominick Reyes via KO (punches) at 4:27 of Round 1, extending his promotional winning streak to eight consecutive fights.
How did Jimmy Crute defeat Ivan Erslan in the co-main event?
Australia’s Jimmy Crute submitted Ivan Erslan via reverse can opener (spinal lock / neck crank) at 3:19 of Round 1, earning a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Who won the official post-fight bonuses at UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes?
Four fighters received $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses: Carlos Ulberg, Jimmy Crute, Tom Nolan, and Brando Peričić. No Fight of the Night bonus was awarded.
What was the outcome of Neil Magny vs. Jake Matthews?
Neil Magny pulled off an underdog comeback submission against Australia’s Jake Matthews, locking in a brabo choke at 3:08 of Round 3 to record his 22nd UFC welterweight victory.
Why was Jack Jenkins vs. Ramon Taveras fought at a catchweight?
Ramon Taveras weighed in at 147 pounds, one pound over the featherweight non-title limit. The bout proceeded at a catchweight, and Jack Jenkins won via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28).
How did Tom Nolan defeat Charlie Campbell?
Tom Nolan defeated Charlie Campbell via rear-naked choke submission at 4:08 of the opening round, securing his third consecutive first-round finish in the UFC.
How did Brando Peričić perform in his UFC promotional debut?
Australian heavyweight Brando Peričić scored a thunderous first-round knockout (punches) at 1:55 against Elisha Ellison, pocketing a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Did Navajo Stirling remain undefeated at UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes?
Yes. New Zealand’s Navajo Stirling improved his professional record to 11-0-0 by defeating Brazilian powerhouse Rodolfo Bellato via unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 29–28).
Why were the scorecards in Michelle Montague vs. Luana Carolina unique?
Luana Carolina was docked one point in round 2 for an illegal upkick to a grounded opponent, leading to wide unanimous decision scorecards of 29–26, 30–25, and 30–26 in favor of Michelle Montague.
How did Cam Rowston defeat Andre Petroski?
Australia’s Cam Rowston stopped Andre Petroski via TKO (punches) at 2:41 of Round 1 after dropping Petroski with heavy combinations.
Who won the women’s strawweight fight between Alexia Thainara and Loma Lookboonmee?
Brazil’s Alexia Thainara dominated Loma Lookboonmee with wrestling and top control time (10:02), taking a clean sweep unanimous decision (30–27, 30–27, 30–27).
What was the attendance and live gate for UFC Fight Night: Ulberg vs. Reyes in Perth?
The event drew a capacity crowd of 12,643 fans at the RAC Arena in Perth, generating an estimated live gate of $1,800,000.
Who was on the broadcast commentary and cage announcing team for this event?
Play-by-play lead Brendan Fitzgerald called the event cageside alongside color analysts Michael Bisping and Dominick Cruz, while veteran announcer Joe Martinez served as the official Octagon voice.
How did this victory position Carlos Ulberg in the light heavyweight division?
With his eighth consecutive win and sixth knockout stoppage, Carlos Ulberg solidified his position as one of the top contenders for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.
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