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Brazilian MMA fans are showing overwhelming support for Azamat Murzakanov in his upcoming fight against fellow Brazilian Paulo Costa. Costa has drawn criticism from his own countrymen due to controversial statements about Brazil's culture and political decisions. Brazilian fans have flooded Murzakanov's social media with messages of support, with some promising to erect a statue in his honor if he knocks out Costa. Others have declared that a victory would make him a national hero alongside Brazilian sports legends like Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Fans have also been posting photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey.
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