Paulo Costa was seen trying to provoke Azamat Murzakanov in the lead-up to their UFC 327 bout, but Murzakanov responded only with a smile, refusing to engage in the mind games. The Brazilian middleweight's attempts at psychological warfare appeared ineffective against the Russian light heavyweight's calm demeanor. The fight between Costa and Murzakanov is scheduled to take place this weekend at UFC 327. This interaction provides insight into the contrasting approaches of the two fighters heading into their matchup. Murzakanov's composed reaction suggests he is not affected by Costa's pre-fight antics.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
