Paulo Costa knocks out Azamat Murzakanov in third round with high kick

Paulo Costa defeated Azamat Murzakanov by knockout in the third round at UFC 327. The finish came via high kick. Costa demonstrated superior tactics throughout the fight, while Murzakanov's approach was described as one-dimensional. This marks Costa's second consecutive victory and positions him to enter the top 10 of the light heavyweight division. Murzakanov suffers his first career loss, moving to 6-1 in the UFC.