Paulo Costa News
Paulo Costa slams “scared” Khamzat Chimaev for his comments at UFC 279 media day: “What kind gangster is this?”
Harry Kettle - September 8, 2022
Paulo Costa has slammed Khamzat Chimaev for his comments following their recent interaction at the Performance Institute. You never quite know what to expect from fight week in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and if you needed more proof of that, just go and take a look at what happened when Paulo Costa was confronted by Khamzat Chimaev at the UFC PI a few days ago.
Paulo Costa believes verbal altercation with Khamzat Chimaev "was just for show": "He's a fake gangster"
Ryan Harkness - September 7, 2022
Paulo Costa and Khamzat Chimaev got into a heated argument at the UFC Performance Institute earlier this week that almost turned into an all-out brawl. If you believe Chimaev, a fight was only avoided because his training partners held him back. According to Costa, the whole thing was just a show for the cameras. In an interview with Full Send MMA’s Shawny Mack, the popular Brazilian middleweight described how ‘Borz’ and his team withdrew quickly after it looked like Costa was willing to throw down.
Fans react to the altercation between Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa at the UFC PI
Susan Cox - September 6, 2022
Fans have been quick to react to the altercation between Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa at the UFC PI. It was Paulo Costa who shared a video (see that here) on his YouTube channel of the altercation he had with Khamzat Chimaev at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.
Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa forced to be separated at the UFC PI (Video)
Susan Cox - September 6, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa were forced to be separated at the UFC PI. Paulo Costa shared a video on his YouTube channel of the altercation he had with Khamzat Chimaev at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.
Paulo Costa sends a warning to Robert Whittaker following UFC Paris: “I hope he doesn't change divisions before then”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 4, 2022
Paulo Costa plans to go for the finish if he gets a chance to mix it up with Robert Whittaker. Whittaker is fresh off a unanimous decision victory over Marvin Vettori. The action was held inside Accor Arena in Paris, France. It served as the co-main event of a September 3 card. Two of the three judges scored the fight 30-27, while the other judge had it 29-28.
Thiago Santos explains how a “bathtub” incident resulted in him wanting to fight Paulo Costa
Susan Cox - September 1, 2022
Thiago Santos is explaining how a ‘bathtub’ incident resulted in him wanting to fight Paulo Costa. Santos, (22-11 MMA) has lost 5 of his last 6 fights in the Octagon. ‘Marreta’s’ last win came back in October of 2021 against Johnny Walker (18-7 MMA) in a light heavyweight bout. Santos most recently suffered a fourth round TKO against Jamahal Hill (11-1 MMA) on August 6th of this year.
Luke Rockhold explains why he smeared blood on Paulo Costa at UFC 278: "It was just a f*ck you"
Josh Evanoff - August 24, 2022
Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold has explained why he smeared blood on Paulo Costa at UFC 278. Last Saturday night in Salt Lake City, the 37-year-old returned to action. The co-main event with the Brazilian was Rockhold’s first contest in over three years. Despite the time off, the former champion didn’t miss a beat.
Who's more attractive? Paulo Costa gets his answer from Ariel Helwani
Andrew Whitelaw - August 23, 2022
Paulo Costa is widely recognised as one of the funniest UFC fighters on Twitter. In the wake of his victory over Luke Rockhold at UFC 278, the Brazilian was a guest on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Hour to discuss the fight as well as some of his most famous tweets.
What's next for the stars of UFC 278?
Cole Shelton - August 22, 2022
The Octagon headed to Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday for a solid UFC 278 card, which saw the welterweight title on the line in the main event. In the main event, Kamaru Usman was looking to defend his belt and tie Anderson Silva’s record of starting out a UFC career 16-0 as he rematched Leon Edwards. In the co-main event, Paulo Costa took on Luke Rockhold while Merab Dvalishvili fought Jose Aldo on the main card.
Luke Rockhold takes a shot at Paulo Costa following their war UFC 278: “You’re still a bitch”
Susan Cox - August 22, 2022
Luke Rockhold has taken a shot at Paul Costa following their war at UFC 278. It was at UFC 278 this past Saturday, August 20th at the Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah where Rockhold (16-6 MMA) and Costa (14-2 MMA) battled it out in the co-main middleweight bout.
Dana White slams USADA for harassing Paulo Costa at UFC 278: “That’ll never happen again to any fighter”
Susan Cox - August 22, 2022
Dana White was not happy with USADA for harassing middleweight fighter Paulo Costa at UFC 278. USADA (United States Anti-Doping Agency) is the the official, independent anti-doping agency for the UFC.
Paulo Costa responds to Jake Paul after ‘The Problem Child’ criticized his performance at UFC 278
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 21, 2022
Paulo Costa has offered a response to Jake Paul. Costa went to war with Luke Rockhold in the co-main event of UFC 278. The action was held inside Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah on August 20. Fans ended up witnessing Rockhold’s final pro MMA fight.
Pros react after Paulo Costa defeats Luke Rockhold at UFC 278
Chris Taylor - August 20, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 278 event was co-headlined by a highly anticipated middleweight matchup featuring Luke Rockhold taking on Paulo Costa. Rockhold (16-5 MMA) was ending a three-year hiatus when he took to the Octagon this evening. The California native was looking to snap a two-fight losing skid, this after suffering knockout losses to Jan Blachowicz and Yoel Romero in his most previous efforts.
UFC 278 Results: Paulo Costa defeats Luke Rockhold (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - August 20, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 278 event is co-headlined by a highly anticipated middleweight matchup featuring Luke Rockhold taking on Paulo Costa. Rockhold (16-5 MMA) will be ending a three-year hiatus when he takes to the Octagon this evening. The California native will be looking to snap a two-fight losing skid, this after suffering knockout losses to Jan Blachowicz and Yoel Romero in his most recent efforts.
Paulo Costa blasts USADA for sending agents to his hotel room at 6am for drug tests: “I was cutting weight very dehydrated and they wants took my blood”
Susan Cox - August 19, 2022
Paulo Costa is blasting USADA for sending agents to his hotel room at 6am for drug tests. USADA (United States Anti-Doping Agency) is recognized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) as the official, independent anti-doping agency for the UFC.
John McCarthy shares his prediction for Saturday’s UFC 278 co-main event between Luke Rockhold and Paulo Costa: “I'm calling it by stoppage in the third”
Susan Cox - August 19, 2022
John McCarthy is sharing his prediction for Saturday’s UFC 278 co-main event between Luke Rockhold and Paulo Costa. UFC 278 takes place tomorrow at the Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Paulo Costa plans to "retire" Luke Rockhold at UFC 278: "You are too old"
Cole Shelton - August 18, 2022
Paulo Costa believes UFC 278 will be the last time Luke Rockhold fights. Costa and Rockhold have taken shots at one another ever since their fight was announced. Most recently, at Thursday’s press conference, the two continued to trade barbs, including Costa planning on retiring Rockhold.
UFC 278 | Pro fighters make their picks for Paulo Costa vs. Luke Rockhold
Cole Shelton - August 18, 2022
In the co-main event of UFC 278, an intriguing middleweight bout goes down as Paulo Costa takes on the returning Luke Rockhold. Heading into the fight, Costa is a sizeable -340 favorite while the former UFC middleweight champ is a +250 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to pro fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The majority of pros believe Costa will eventually land something big and KO Rockhold.