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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov in his upcoming fight against Brazilian Paulo Costa, a highly unusual scenario. Costa faces significant backlash from his own countrymen due to controversial statements he has made about Brazil's culture, politics, and national identity. Brazilian fans are posting messages of support for Murzakanov, with some promising to erect a statue in his honor if he knocks out Costa. Others have declared that a knockout victory would make Murzakanov a national hero alongside football legends Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Fans have also been sharing photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey.
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