Paulo Costa tried to get under the skin of his upcoming opponent Azamat Murzakanov in a pre-fight interaction, but the Russian fighter remained unfazed. Video footage shows Costa attempting various provocations while Murzakanov responded only with smiles, refusing to engage in the Brazilian's mind games. The two middleweights are scheduled to face each other this weekend at UFC 327. The contrasting approaches highlight the different fighting personalities, with Costa known for his brash promotional style while Murzakanov maintained his composure ahead of what is considered a significant fight for both competitors' careers.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
