Paulo Costa News
Paulo Costa insinuates he pulled out of UFC 291 to accept future fight with Khamzat Chimaev
Harry Kettle - July 18, 2023
Paulo Costa has once again teased the idea of a showdown with Khamzat Chimaev after pulling out of UFC 291. Later this month, Paulo Costa was scheduled to go head to head with Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 291. Unfortunately, as per recent reports, Costa has had to pull out. Instead, Roman Dolidze is expected to take his place on short notice.
Paulo Costa attempts to clear the air after starting online tension between Tracy Cortez and Brian Ortega
Susan Cox - July 4, 2023
Paulo Costa is attempting to clear the air after starting online tension between Tracy Cortez and Brian Ortega. It all began last Friday night when Paulo Costa (14-2 MMA) posted a picture of himself and the 29 year old UFC flyweight Tracy Cortez (10-1 MMA).
Brian Ortega reacts after Paulo Costa poses with his former girlfriend Tracy Cortez: "Everyone out here talking bout I fumbled"
Chris Taylor - July 1, 2023
Brian Ortega has reacted after UFC middleweight contender Paulo Costa posted a photo with his former girlfriend Tracy Cortez. Costa (14-2 MMA) sent the internet into a frenzy on Friday evening when he shared the following photo alongside Cortez (10-1 MMA) on Twitter.
Dana White happy to be on the same page with Paulo Costa ahead of UFC 291: "It's good to have him back"
Fernando Quiles - May 26, 2023
UFC President Dana White is pleased that Paulo Costa will be returning to action. Costa had been at odds with the UFC over his contract. At one point, “Borrachinha” teased making a move to the boxing world. Costa and the UFC ultimately came to terms on a new deal and the Brazilian bruiser’s team claims he’s now the highest paid fighter from Brazil.
UFC President Dana White responds to criticism surrounding recent Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland fight bookings
Harry Kettle - May 22, 2023
UFC president Dana White has explained his thought process behind Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland’s next fights. Across the last few months, Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland haven’t been afraid to go back and forth with one another on social media. Both are considered to be big personalities, especially within the context of the middleweight division.
Paulo Costa takes aim at Luke Rockhold for having his teeth cracked by Mike Perry: “OMG Luke will have a hard time kissing guys now”
Harry Kettle - May 1, 2023
UFC fighter Paulo Costa has taken a shot at Luke Rockhold following his defeat to Mike Perry at BKFC 41 over the weekend. Following his retirement from mixed martial arts, many weren’t sure whether or not Luke Rockhold would venture back into combat sports. Then, not so long ago, he opted to test the waters in bare-knuckle boxing.
Paulo Costa says Jan Blachowicz is lying that he turned down a fight at UFC 288
Susan Cox - April 25, 2023
Paulo Costa is claiming Jan Blachowicz is lying that he turned down a fight at UFC 288. Blachowicz, the former UFC light heavyweight champion has accused Costa (14-2 MMA) of rejecting a fight with him for UFC 288 which takes place on Saturday, May 6th at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Paulo Costa calls out Jan Blachowicz for UFC 288, but the Pole claims 'Borrachina' turned down the fight: "How much juice does he need?"
Cole Shelton - April 19, 2023
Paulo Costa was looking to get a short-notice fight at light heavyweight. With Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush pushed off of UFC 288, the May 6 pay-per-view card is in need of a co-main event and Costa appeared ready to take that slot. The Brazilian took to social media to call out Jan Blachowicz for a light heavyweight fight as he looked to not cut much weight on short notice.
Paulo Costa now the highest paid fighter from Brazil with his new UFC contract
Susan Cox - March 24, 2023
Paulo Costa is now the highest paid fighter from Brazil with his new UFC contract. ‘Borrachinha’ (14-2 MMA) last fought in August of 2022 at UFC 278 where he defeated Luke Rockhold (16-6 MMA) via unanimous decision.
Paulo Costa agrees to new four-fight deal with UFC, in talks to face Sean Strickland or Khazmat Chimaev next
Cole Shelton - March 22, 2023
Paulo Costa will remain a UFC fighter. Costa has been vocal about his displeasure with his current contract and when the promotion announced he was booked to face Robert Whittaker at UFC 284, he made it clear he would not fight without a new deal. Shortly after that, Costa said he would be testing free agency, but now, the Brazilian revealed he has agreed to a new four-fight deal with the UFC.
Paulo Costa responds after UFC president Dana White dubs him a liar
Harry Kettle - March 10, 2023
Controversial UFC star Paulo Costa has responded following Dana White’s claims that he lied about their negotiations. It’s safe to say that things aren’t great between Paulo Costa and the UFC right now. The middleweight contender was scheduled to fight Robert Whittaker last month, but it never quite came to fruition.
Sean Strickland slams Paulo Costa for his performance against Luke Rockhold: “He doesn’t even qualify as a training partner for me”
Christopher Taylor - March 6, 2023
Sean Strickland gave a harsh assessment of former UFC champion Luke Rockhold during his most recent exchange with Paulo Costa. Strickland and Costa have been going back and forth on Twitter about a potential showdown in the Octagon.
Paulo Costa proposes clash with Sean Strickland at former U.S. President Donald Trump's house: "Let’s fight at Mar A Lago dude"
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
UFC middleweight contender Paulo Costa has an interesting idea in mind for his return. ‘The Eraser’ has been out of action since his clash with Luke Rockhold last August. In that outing, the Brazilian put on a classic, going back and forth with the former champion for 15 minutes. At the end of the three rounds, Costa got the badly-needed win by unanimous decision.
Paulo Costa reacts after Dana White makes Logan Paul’s PRIME the official sports drink of the UFC: “They offered 500M but I said no”
Susan Cox - February 1, 2023
Paulo Costa is reacting after Dana Whites made Logan Paul’s PRIME the official sports drink of the UFC. It was announced yesterday that the UFC has entered into a multiyear sponsorship deal with PRIME, the hydration drink co-founded by Logan Paul and KSI.
Paulo Costa reacts after being called out by Sean Strickland: “He's kind of living on a permanent concussion”
Harry Kettle - January 31, 2023
Paulo Costa has reacted to a recent call-out from Sean Strickland as the middleweights continue to trade verbal blows. The eccentric personality of Paulo Costa has been there for all to see in recent years. In many ways, he’s been one of the most entertaining fighters in and outside of the cage for the UFC.
Sean Strickland blasts Paulo Costa for his contract dispute with the UFC: “You don’t act like a professional”
Harry Kettle - January 12, 2023
UFC fighter Sean Strickland has hit out at Paulo Costa for the way in which he’s handled his recent contract dispute. The eccentric nature of Paulo Costa has been there for all to see for many years now. In recent months, especially, he’s gone out of his way to make waves.
Paulo Costa and Belal Muhammad chime in on Khamzat Chimaev’s claim that nobody wants to fight him
Harry Kettle - December 28, 2022
Paulo Costa and Belal Muhammad have both laughed off Khamzat Chimaev’s claim that nobody wants to fight him. It’s no secret that Khamzat Chimaev is one of the scariest fighters in mixed martial arts. He’s unbeaten in the UFC and, in the eyes of many, has the potential to become a two-weight UFC champion.
Paulo Costa openly wonders if the UFC pays Brazilian fighters less on purpose: "maybe they think, 'Ah, these motherf*ckers live in Brazil in the jungle"
Josh Evanoff - December 21, 2022
UFC middleweight contender Paulo Costa has his theory behind why he’s not being paid well. ‘The Eraser’ has been out of action since his return against Luke Rockhold in August. The bout was a must-win for the Brazilian, as he had lost two straight bouts. Prior to UFC 278, Costa had been defeated by Israel Adesanya and Marvin Vettori, respectively.