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Brazilian UFC Fighters Sound Off On Presidential Elections: Who Backs Bolsonaro and Who Supports Lula?

Brazil’s 2026 presidential election ended with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva securing an unprecedented fourth term, defeating Flavio Bolsonaro in a dramatic runoff.

MMA News / The Body Lock / October 13

Paulo Costa Ready to Leave UFC: ‘I’m Going to Fight Somewhere’

Paulo Costa says he plans to fight before the end of 2026, possibly outside the UFC Costa is in a contract dispute with UFC over five-round fight compensation

Paulo Costa continues feud with UFC as he offers new update: ‘I’m gonna fight somewhere’

Paulo Costa’s future in the UFC remains unknown with the Brazilian star continuing to air his issues with the promotion. The number four ranked light heavyweight contender hasn’t fought since this past April when he made his 205lb debut, knocking out Azamat Murzakanov in the third round.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 6

Paulo Costa turned down fight against undefeated light heavyweight star amid UFC feud

According to Israel Adesanya, Paulo Costa turned down a fight against his teammate. Former middleweight title challenger Paulo Costa hasn’t fought since this past April when he finally made his light heavyweight debut, knocking out Azamat Murzakanov in the third round of their UFC 327 clash.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 2

Paulo Costa attempts to hijack Alex Pereira’s predicted return fight with late call-out: ‘Put me in’

‘Borrachinha’ would be willing to throw down with his fellow countryman. Alex Pereira will be staying at heavyweight after missing out on a historic title win at UFC Freedom 250 this past June.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 28

Aljamain Sterling provides insight on Paulo Costa's UFC stalemate

Aljamain Sterling understands Paulo Costa‘s stance with the UFC. Costa hasn’t been in favor with the promotion for years, and tensions are beginning to rise.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 24

Paulo Costa leaks three fight offers after Dana White accuses him of turning down opportunities

Paulo Costa continues to share his gripes with the UFC on social media. The light heavyweight contender is currently at odds with Dana White and Hunter Campbell.

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 23

Paulo Costa Issues Three-Fight Ultimatum to UFC After Contract Dispute

Paulo Costa presented UFC with three options: a three-round fight with any opponent, a five-round light heavyweight bout with increased pay, or immediate

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 23

Dana White responds to Paulo Costa's UFC release request

Dana White isn’t happy with Paulo Costa. The Brazilian has been inactive in recent years, fighting just once since mid-to-late July 2025. Frustrated with his lack of usage, Costa turned to Eddie Hearn to seek help.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 23

‘He’s turned them down’: Dana White responds to Paulo Costa’s claim that UFC aren’t offering him fights

Dana White has shut down Paulo Costa’s recent claim that the UFC just aren’t offering him fights. Paulo Costa hasn’t fought since this past April when he finally made his light heavyweight debut against Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327, scoring an impressive third round knockout.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 23

Paulo Costa Gives UFC Three Options For Final Fight

Paulo Costa has laid out three options for the UFC as he looks to complete the final fight on his current deal. "I think Hunter has 3 options now: A) Give me that last 3-round fight (I'll take any opponent).

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 21

Paulo Costa Issues UFC Ultimatum: ‘Give Me My Fight or Release Me’

Paulo Costa has one fight left on his UFC contract and says it should be a three-round bout based on his agreed purse Costa gave the UFC three options:

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / September 21

UFC Star Paulo Costa Delivers Ultimatum for Final Fight on UFC Contract

UFC star Paulo Costa is apparently looking to wrap up his current UFC contract as soon as possible. A former middleweight title challenger, Costa is currently one of the light heavyweight division’s top-ranked contenders after he moved up a division at UFC 327 and upset the formerly-undefeated Azamat Murzakanov.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 21

Paulo Costa issues public ultimatum to UFC regarding final fight on his contract

Paulo Costa has given the UFC bosses three options for the final fight on his contract. The light heavyweight contender hasn’t fought since knocking out Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 in April.

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 17

Paulo Costa Wants His UFC Jacket After 200 Clean Drug Tests

Paulo Costa is requesting a UFC jacket after passing approximately 200 drug tests without violations Costa made the demand after watching Arman Tsarukyan

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 17

Costa Demands UFC Jacket After 200 Drug Tests

Paulo Costa wants a UFC jacket to commemorate his approximately 200 drug tests with the promotion's anti-doping program. The middleweight contender made his demand on social media after watching Arman Tsarukyan receive a milestone jacket for 50 clean tests ahead of Tsarukyan's September 19 bout with Mauricio Ruffy, per Sherdog.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 10

Paulo Costa demands UFC release

Paulo Costa has grown tired of his standing with the UFC and has asked to be released from the company. ‘The Eraser’ hasn’t fought for five months, and doesn’t know when he will next be called upon by the UFC.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 10

'I’m Sad': Paulo Costa Publicly Criticizes UFC 332 Card, Confirms Plans to Leave the Promotion

Paulo Costa is not exactly thrilled with the UFC right now. And ‘The Eraser’ has been pretty vocal about how he feels like he got left out in the cold.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 9

Paulo Costa says he’s requested his release over UFC 332 snub ahead of signing with Eddie Hearn

Paulo Costa says the UFC want him to fight out his current deal. The UFC 332 main event has received criticism ever since the promotion announced the vacant flyweight title fight that would headline the card.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 8

Paulo Costa would love to welcome Khamzat Chimaev to light heavyweight

Paulo Costa has awakened a long-lasting feud with Khamzat Chimaev that had been dormant for some time. ‘Borrachinha’ has had something of a career resurgence of late.

MMA News / Lindy's Sports / August 20

Will UFC 332 Main Event Be Jiri Prochazka vs. Paulo Costa?

UFC 332 takes place on Saturday, October 3, at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. But despite this event being less than two weeks away, and despite tickets being on sale for the event this week, there is still no confirmed main event for this card.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / July 14

Paulo Costa Rejects Short-Notice Fight, Slams UFC’s Negotiation Tactics as Injury Strikes Abu Dhabi Main Event

Borrachinha appears to have reached the end of his patience. The light heavyweight contender is unhappy with the way the UFC is allegedly treating him.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 1

Paulo Costa frustrated with UFC over lack of matchmaking

Former UFC middleweight title challenger and current light heavyweight contender Paulo Costa wants to book his next fight as soon as possible but says the fight promotion isn't cooperating.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 27

Paulo Costa Calls for Champion Showdown After Dominant Light Heavyweight Debut

Paulo Costa has made one thing clear following his successful move to 205 pounds he’s hunting champions. After dismantling previously unbeaten Azamat Murzakanov with a third-round knockout at UFC 327, Costa is riding new momentum and believes his future could lie among the elite at light heavyweight.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 12

Paulo Costa Announces Arrival at Light Heavyweight with TKO Win Over Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327

MIAMI — Paulo Costa has a new home and he made sure the division felt his presence immediately. In his official light heavyweight debut, Costa delivered a statement performance at UFC 327, stopping previously unbeaten Azamat Murzakanov via third-round TKO in the co-main event at the Kaseya Center.