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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov ahead of his fight against Brazilian Paulo Costa, in a highly unusual display. Brazilian fans are actively rooting against their own countryman due to Costa's controversial statements about Brazil, its culture, and political decisions. Comments from Brazilians to Murzakanov include promises to build him a statue if he knocks out Costa, declarations that "Brazil is with you," and comparisons to becoming a national hero alongside Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Fans have also been posting photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey, demonstrating the depth of their antipathy toward Costa.
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