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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov in his upcoming fight against fellow Brazilian Paulo Costa, creating an unusual dynamic. Brazilian fans are actively criticizing Costa due to his controversial statements about the country, its culture, and political decisions. Comments from Brazilian fans to Murzakanov include 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 been posting photos of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey. The support represents a significant rejection of Costa by his own countrymen ahead of the light heavyweight matchup.
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