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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov ahead of his upcoming fight against Brazilian Paulo Costa. Costa has drawn significant criticism from his own countrymen due to controversial statements he has made about Brazil, its culture, and political decisions. Brazilian supporters are flooding Murzakanov's social media with messages of encouragement, including promises to build him a statue if he knocks out Costa and declarations that he would become a national hero on par with Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Fans have also been posting photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey. This unusual show of support highlights the depth of animosity some Brazilian fans feel toward Costa.
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