The Game: UFC Perth

The UFC returns to RAC Arena in Perth this Saturday, headlined by a five-round light heavyweight clash between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes. Ulberg has surged into contention with a string of polished wins, while Reyes looks to re-establish himself as a title threat after a difficult stretch at the top of the division. With both fighters carrying real knockout power, this main event has major implications at 205.
Fights to Watch
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Carlos Ulberg vs. Dominick Reyes — Light Heavyweight (5 rds)
Ulberg’s patient striking and defensive awareness against Reyes’ explosive power. A win here could launch the victor into a true contender fight. -
Jimmy Crute vs. Ivan Erslan — Light Heavyweight
Crute looks to rebound in front of a home crowd, while Erslan brings knockout danger. A fight with real swing potential in the division. -
Jake Matthews vs. Neil Magny — Welterweight
Matthews has the crowd behind him, but Magny’s reach, volume, and veteran savvy make him a tough puzzle to solve. -
Jack Jenkins vs. Ramon Taveras — Featherweight
Jenkins brings sharp combinations and body work, while Taveras is known for explosive finishes. A sleeper pick for Fight of the Night.
MMA Fantasy Insight
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Fighter History: Tap any fighter’s image in the app to see past results and patterns—who fades late, who wins decisions, and who’s vulnerable to early pressure. For Ulberg–Reyes, this can help you decide between a late stoppage or a decision call.
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Boost Strategy:
- Anchor one boost to a volume fight (Matthews–Magny is a strong candidate if it goes long).
- Place another on a high-risk, high-reward matchup (Crute–Erslan or Jenkins–Taveras) where a finish is likely.
- For the main event, be precise: if you lean Ulberg, Decision or late KO fits his measured style; if you back Reyes, KO in the first two rounds is the clearest path.
Lock in your picks, use Fighter History and Research to refine your methods and rounds, and spread your boosts wisely. This card has multiple swing fights—perfect for climbing the leaderboard in The Game. 👊