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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov in his upcoming fight against Brazilian Paulo Costa, marking an unusual situation where a foreign fighter receives home support. The support stems from Costa's controversial statements criticizing Brazilian culture, politics, and his homeland, which have alienated him from his own fanbase. Brazilian fans have posted comments promising to build Murzakanov a statue if he knocks out Costa, declaring him a national hero alongside Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. They have also been posting images of Murzakanov photoshopped into Brazilian national team jerseys. The phenomenon highlights the extent of Costa's falling out with Brazilian fans.
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