Paulo Costa attempts to provoke smiling Azamat Murzakanov before weekend bout

Paulo Costa tried to provoke Russian fighter Azamat Murzakanov during a pre-fight encounter, but Murzakanov responded only with smiles. The interaction took place in the lead-up to their scheduled bout this weekend at UFC 327. Costa's attempts at psychological warfare appeared ineffective as Murzakanov remained calm and jovial throughout the exchange. The middleweight contest represents a significant opportunity for both fighters. Video of the encounter shows the contrasting approaches of the two competitors heading into fight night.