Melquizael Costa moves up to lightweight after six-fight featherweight run

Melquizael Costa has announced he is moving up to lightweight, citing an inability to continue cutting 22 kilograms for each fight. The Brazilian had previously competed at 155 pounds before his UFC debut and went on a six-fight winning streak at featherweight. He had climbed to the edge of the featherweight top ten before making the decision to change divisions.