Paulo Costa trash talks Russian opponents ahead of Azamat Murzakanov fight

Paulo Costa has changed his stance and stated he hates Russian fighters, calling Azamat Murzakanov the second Russian in a row he will defeat. Costa referred to his opponent as a "fat guy" and promised that Khamzat Chimaev will be the third Russian on his list after he deals with Murzakanov. Video footage from Costa's team showed him struggling significantly to make 93 kilograms, despite previously competing at 84 kg. The post is part of a larger update covering multiple fighters including Jon Jones announcing retirement, Johnny Walker's gesture to Jiri Prochazka, and Josh Hocket apologizing for his antics. Merab Dvalishvili also announced plans to fight twice more this year despite a broken nose.