Paulo Costa has announced his intention to fight in both the light heavyweight and middleweight divisions, with ambitions to become a title contender in each weight class. Costa clarified that his move to light heavyweight is not due to difficulty making middleweight, but rather a strategic decision based on receiving a good opportunity at 205 pounds. He emphasized that the move to light heavyweight was carefully planned and that he remains capable of competing at middleweight. Costa is currently scheduled to face Azamat Murzakanov at light heavyweight at UFC 327. His dual-division strategy represents an ambitious approach to his UFC career moving forward.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
