Paulo Costa's team released video footage showing the Brazilian fighter experiencing significant difficulty making 93 kilograms (approximately 205 pounds) for his upcoming bout. This weight represents a considerable jump from his previous competing weight of 84 kilograms (185 pounds) in the middleweight division. Costa has also made comments about his upcoming opponent, stating he hates Russian fighters and that this will be his second consecutive Russian opponent added to his record. After dealing with what he called a "fat guy," Costa mentioned that Khamzat Chimaev would be third on his list. The post notes this as part of a broader update roundup including other UFC 327 news.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
