Paulo Costa criticizes bonus decision, says he deserved award over Josh Howitt

Paulo Costa expressed strong dissatisfaction with the UFC's decision to award Josh Howitt a double bonus while Costa received nothing. Costa acknowledged that Howitt's fight with Curtis Blades was excellent and possibly one of the best heavyweight bouts he has seen, but argued that receiving two bonuses was excessive. Costa believed he deserved the Performance of the Night bonus for finishing his previously undefeated Russian opponent (16-0) after three rounds of dominant striking. The Brazilian revealed he was so upset that he contacted Dana White and Hunter Campbell directly about what he considers an injustice. Costa expressed hope that UFC management will reconsider their decision, stating the situation has him extremely frustrated and wanting to "destroy everything."