Paulo Costa reportedly struggling at 93kg, targets Russian opponents after Murzakanov

Paulo Costa has made controversial statements about Russian fighters and his weight situation ahead of his bout with Azamat Murzakanov. Costa stated he hates Russian fighters and plans to make Murzakanov the second consecutive Russian on his record, with Khamzat Chimaev targeted as the third. A member of Costa's team posted video showing him struggling significantly to make 93 kg (205 pounds), a notable development considering he previously competed at 84 kg (185 pounds). The light heavyweight limit represents a 21-pound increase from his former middleweight division. Costa's comments suggest he has shifted his approach to targeting fighters from Russia. Additional brief updates mention Jon Jones claiming retirement, Johnny Walker giving Jiri Prochazka a gift for his daughter's birth, and other fighter news.