Paulo Costa disclosed what Donald Trump said to him following his fight at UFC 327. When asked about the exchange with the U.S. President, Costa humorously replied that he asked Trump for a better job, an easier one. Costa clarified they did not discuss the fight itself, as it was a personal conversation stemming from mutual friends and connections. As a Brazilian, Costa mentioned they briefly talked about the current challenging situation in Brazil. The details of Trump's original comment to Costa were not specified in the post.
Paulo Costa broke the silence on a post-fight encounter with U.S. President Donald Trump, revealing the unusual exchange that took place the night of UFC 327 on April 11, 2026.
The Brazilian middleweight, known as "The Eraser," said he and Trump did not discuss the bout itself, describing the conversation as personal in nature and rooted in mutual friends and shared connections. In typical fashion, Costa brought humor to the moment, saying that when pressed, he told the President he was looking for a better job — an easier one. The two also briefly touched on the current situation in Brazil, which Costa acknowledged has been a difficult period for his home country.
Costa, 35, carries a professional record of 16 wins and 4 losses competing at 185 cm and 183 cm reach in the middleweight division, where he is currently ranked thirteenth. A member of Team Borracha, the orthodox striker is one of the more aggressive volume punchers in the division, landing 6.26 significant strikes per minute at a striking accuracy of 58 percent. He averages just 0.32 takedowns per 15 minutes, reflecting a style built almost entirely around his fists.
Why it matters
- Costa's connection to Trump adds an unusual social dimension to his UFC 327 appearance
- As a ranked middleweight at thirteenth, Costa remains a relevant name in a stacked 185-pound division
- The exchange highlights Costa's personality and public profile beyond the octagon, which have long been central to his brand
Saturday, April 11, 2026
