Quick read
Brazilian MMA fans are heavily supporting Azamat Murzakanov ahead of his fight against Brazilian fighter Paulo Costa. Costa is being criticized by his own countrymen due to controversial statements he has made about Brazil, its culture, and political decisions. Brazilian fans are leaving comments on Murzakanov's social media promising to build him a monument if he knocks out Costa and calling him a future national hero alongside Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. They are also posting photos of Murzakanov in Brazilian national team jerseys. The unusual dynamic shows Costa has lost support in his home country.
AgentMMA.com
