Paulo Costa News

Curtis Calhoun - April 14, 2026

UFC legend Dustin Poirier has a great idea in mind for Paulo Costa’s next light heavyweight opponent after a shocking KO at UFC 327. Former UFC title challenger Paulo Costa began his full-time move to the light heavyweight division in style at UFC 327 last weekend in Miami. Facing one of the division’s top contenders, Costa earned a highlight-reel knockout that catapulted him into the light heavyweight title mix.

Curtis Calhoun - April 13, 2026

Former UFC title challenger Paulo Costa slammed UFC 327 star Josh Hokit with a fiery statement over post-fight bonuses. Former UFC middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa’s full-time move to the light heavyweight division couldn’t have started much better at UFC 327 last Saturday in Miami.

BJ Penn Staff - April 13, 2026

Paulo Costa is thrilled he had the opportunity to speak with US President Donald Trump following his latest UFC win. Costa was back in action at Saturday’s UFC 327 event in Miami. He took on top light heavyweight contender Azamat Murzakanov on the main card. It was a tough challenge for the Brazilian, who was moving up from the middleweight division, but he rose to the occasion. After two back-and-forth rounds, he turned it on in round three, and finished his opponent with a barrage of kicks to the body, arms, and head.

Harry Kettle - April 13, 2026

UFC veteran Paulo Costa has said that he feels closer to a championship opportunity at light heavyweight after UFC 327. Last weekend at UFC 327, Paulo Costa picked up arguably the biggest win of his career thus far. He was able to defeat and finish Azamat Murzakanov, and in doing so, many believe he put himself in the conversation for a title shot at light heavyweight, which would appear to be his new home as opposed to middleweight.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 12, 2026

Dana White is in awe of Paulo Costa’s victory over Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327. Costa and Murzakanov shared the Octagon in the co-main event of this past Saturday’s pay-per-view in Miami. Murzakanov was the betting favorite ahead of fight night, but “Borrachinha” proved that he’s a new threat in the light heavyweight division.

Chris Taylor - April 11, 2026

We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 327 results, including the co-main event between Azamat Murzakanov and Paulo Costa. Costa (16-4 MMA) most recently competed this past July at UFC 318 in New Orleans, where he earned a unanimous decision win over Roman Kopylov. Prior to that victory, ‘The Eraser’ had suffered back-to-back decision losses to Sean Strickland and Robert Whittaker respectively.

Cole Shelton - April 8, 2026

Paulo Costa believes he can get close to earning a light heavyweight title shot at UFC 327. Costa is set to move up to light heavyweight to face the undefeated Azamat Murzakanov in the co-main event of UFC 327 on Saturday in Miami. It’s a highly anticipated fight, and although Costa is moving up in weight, he said he is still open to fighting at middleweight. But he views UFC 327 as a chance to enter the light heavyweight title picture.

Cole Shelton - February 11, 2026

Paulo Costa is set to move up to the light heavyweight division. Costa is set to take on the undefeated Azamat Murzakanov next at UFC 327 in Miami on April 11. It’s an intriguing matchup, as the Brazilian is getting thrown into the deep end in his return to light heavyweight, although his first fight at 205lbs was due to a weight miss.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 28, 2025

Darren Till has voiced his displeasure over Paulo Costa’s withdrawal from the UFC 326 card. Costa was scheduled to face Brunno Ferreira inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on March 7. “Borrachinha” was quickly pulled from the card due to undisclosed reasons. The news caught Till’s attention and “The Gorilla” did not mince words.

Curtis Calhoun - December 16, 2025

Former UFC title challenger Paulo Costa will face a rising star when he returns to the Octagon at UFC 326 next year. The UFC middleweight division is in a peculiar spot with Khamzat Chimaev sitting atop the throne.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 10, 2025

Jean Silva isn’t fond of one popular UFC middleweight. While Silva is focused on his upcoming featherweight tilt against Diego Lopes for Noche UFC, he hasn’t been shy in expressing his disdain for a 185-pounder. The name in question is Paulo Costa.

Harry Kettle - August 27, 2025

Chael Sonnen believes that Dricus du Plessis vs Paulo Costa is a smart fight to make in the middleweight division. As we know, Dricus du Plessis recently lost his UFC middleweight championship. He fell short in his title fight against Khamzat Chimaev and while some believe an immediate rematch could be on the cards, the majority are of the opinion that he needs to win a fight or two in order to earn his way back there.

Harry Kettle - August 20, 2025

UFC middleweight Paulo Costa has once again explained why he wasn’t a fan of Khamzat Chimaev’s performance at UFC 319. In case you haven’t heard, Paulo Costa isn’t a big fan of Khamzat Chimaev. These two men have been back and forth at one another on several occasions over social media and in interviews, and many believe it’s just a matter of time before we see them square off in the Octagon.

Harry Kettle - August 19, 2025

Khamzat Chimaev is a popular man in the wake of his UFC middleweight championship triumph at UFC 319 last weekend. As you can imagine, Khamzat Chimaev’s name has been on plenty of people’s lips since UFC 319. He finally reached the top of the mountain and claimed UFC gold on Saturday night, defeating Dricus du Plessis. He didn’t just win, though – he dominated the South African sensation and, for the most part, made it look easy.

Harry Kettle - August 16, 2025

UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has given his thoughts on being repeatedly called out by rival Paulo Costa. As we know, Khamzat Chimaev will challenge Dricus du Plessis for the UFC middleweight championship tonight. However, this isn’t the only person that Khamzat is currently embroiled in a feud with. ‘Borz’ is also in the midst of a rivalry with Paulo Costa, although Costa seems to be doing most of the work there.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 5, 2025

Reinier de Ridder isn’t entertaining a clash with Paulo Costa at the moment. “RDR” is fresh off a split decision victory over former UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker. The bout headlined UFC Abu Dhabi. It was certainly no small task for de Ridder, but he may have punched his ticket to a title opportunity or a No. 1 contender bout. Not everyone was impressed with the performance, however.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 27, 2025

Reinier de Ridder has fired back at Paulo Costa following post-fight remarks. On Saturday, de Ridder faced former UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker. The UFC Abu Dhabi main event went the distance and was highly competitive throughout. Once the score totals were read, it was revealed that “RDR” emerged victorious via split decision.

Chris Taylor - July 26, 2025

Paulo Costa shared some choice words for fellow middleweight Reinier de Ridder following today’s UFC on ABC 9 event in Abu Dhabi. De Ridder (21-2 MMA) squared off with former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker (26-9 MMA) in the headliner of this afternoon’s fight card in Abu Dhabi.