Daniel Cormier has given high marks to Paulo Costa's showing in his victory over Azamat Murzakanov. The performance was particularly notable as it marked Costa's first stoppage victory since 2018 when he defeated Uriah Hall. Costa had not been on a winning streak of two or more consecutive victories since 2019, making this win significant for his career trajectory. Cormier's endorsement carries weight given his experience as a former two-division UFC champion and current commentator. The victory represents a potential resurgence for Costa in the light heavyweight division after moving up from middleweight.
