Paulo Costa struggling to make 93 kg, targets Russian fighters

Paulo Costa's team released footage showing him having extreme difficulty making 93 kilograms, a significant jump from his previous weight class of 84 kg. Costa also made inflammatory comments stating he hates Russian fighters and that Azamat Murzakanov will be the second Russian in a row he defeats. He added that Khamzat Chimaev will be the third Russian opponent on his list after Murzakanov. Additionally, Jon Jones stated he has hung up his gloves and is now only businessman Jon Jones, not fighter Jon Jones. Josh Hockett reportedly broke character after filming, apologizing in a normal tone for his antics. Merab Dvalishvili plans to fight twice more this year despite a broken nose.