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Paulo Costa expressed his appreciation for fighting Russian opponents, stating that he loves competing against them. The Brazilian middleweight compared Russian fighters to Brazilians, saying they are equally tough. This comes as Costa prepares to face Azamat Murzakanov in an upcoming bout. Costa's comments represent a shift from previous statements where he expressed antagonism toward Russian fighters. The complimentary tone suggests a level of respect for his upcoming opponent despite previous trash talk.
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