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Paulo Costa stated that he likes fighting opponents from Russia. The Brazilian most recently defeated Roman Kopylov and has also had bouts scheduled against Ikram Aliskerov and Khamzat Chimaev that did not materialize. Costa did not elaborate on specific reasons for his preference, though the statement comes as he prepares to face another fighter this weekend. The post suggests Costa has developed a pattern of facing or being matched against Russian fighters throughout his career.
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