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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. Costa has drawn criticism from his own countrymen due to controversial statements he has made about Brazil's culture, politics, and national decisions. Brazilian fans are flooding Murzakanov's social media with messages of support, including promises to build him a statue if he knocks out Costa. Some supporters have said Murzakanov would become a national hero on par with Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar with a knockout victory. Fans have even been posting photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey, treating him as an honorary Brazilian fighter.
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