Azamat Murzakanov has stated that a victory over Paulo Costa will bring him closer to a title fight in the light heavyweight division, despite it being Costa's debut at 205 pounds. The Russian contender views this as a significant opportunity to advance his standing in the division. Murzakanov is positioning the potential win as a major step toward championship contention. The matchup represents a crossroads fight for both athletes, with Murzakanov seeking to break into title discussions.






