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Jiri Prochazka has not confirmed his next fight and is pushing back on internet rumors, saying he’ll announce it once he’s ready and that his preparation will be thorough. Following his KO loss to Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327, rumors linked him to a bout with Paulo Costa, but he stated the fight isn’t booked yet. With several UFC events left in 2026, his next appearance could come on a fall card, but no date has been set.
After a disciplined win over Bogdan Guskov at UFC Abu Dhabi, Magomed Ankalaev said he’s the No.1 contender but with undisputed champ Carlos Ulberg sidelined by knee surgery, a fight with Paulo Costa could be a smart next step. Costa has aired contract frustrations but signaled openness to big fights, and Ankalaev floated a October showdown in Abu Dhabi if Costa is available, inviting a “stand and bang” clash that could keep the light‑heavyweight division compelling for fans and the UFC alike.
Magomed Ankalaev says he’s open to fighting Paulo Costa next, potentially in Abu Dhabi this October if the champion remains sidelined, in order to stay active and settle the ongoing beef; Costa criticized the Abu Dhabi headliner after moving up to light heavyweight, setting up a high-profile matchup with a possible Pereira trilogy down the line if opportunities arise.
UFC fighter Josh Hokit and Paulo Costa were separated by security after a heated confrontation in the crowd at UFC 328, with Hokit taunting Costa and flipping him off from the stands. The incident underscores Hokit’s reputation for controversy as he pursues title contention amid past clashes, including a White House press conference altercation with Ilia Topuria and ongoing trash talk directed at fellow fighters.
Carlos Ulberg stunned Jiri Prochazka by KOing him after Ulberg’s knee gave out early, capturing the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 327, prompting debate over whether Prochazka let it slip or Ulberg seized the moment; the card also produced a Fight of the Year candidate in Blaydes vs. Hokit, Costa’s strong 205-pound showing, Cub Swanson’s retirement, and multiple bonuses, while Ankalaev and Murzakanov were among the night's biggest losers.
President Donald Trump, 79, is shown admiring UFC fighter Paulo Costa, 34, at UFC 327 in Miami, telling him he’s “too good looking to be a fighter,” as Iran peace talks falter and Vice President JD Vance leads diplomacy abroad while Rubio attends the event and is mocked for his “cool” hand gestures. The piece juxtaposes Trump’s public crush with ongoing geopolitical drama and stalled negotiations with Iran.
Paulo Costa celebrated his light heavyweight debut with a third‑round head-kick KO of Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 in Miami and immediately floated a fight with Khamzat Chimaev to settle a personal beef, even suggesting the bout could occur at light heavyweight or after Costa drops to middleweight. Chimaev, the UFC middleweight champion, is slated to defend his title at UFC 328, keeping the door open for a potential Costa–Chimaev matchup in the future.
Paulo Costa moves up to light heavyweight to face Azamat Murzakanov in UFC 327's co-main event in Miami, saying he can contend in both 185 and 205 and could earn a title shot with a win; Murzakanov believes victory will put him near a title opportunity as the card also features Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg for the vacant 205-pound title.
Paulo Costa, at 29, becomes Goldman Sachs' youngest managing director, leading dividend trading in Europe, Middle East, and Africa, marking a significant milestone in his career after a successful year and a strong performance in Goldman’s equities division.
Jean Silva expressed strong dislike for Bryce Mitchell and Paulo Costa, calling out Mitchell with hostility and suggesting he would fight Costa in the street if given the chance, which Costa responded to with insults on Twitter.
Paulo Costa is eager to fight Khamzat Chimaev due to personal animosity, especially after Chimaev allegedly messaged Costa's girlfriend. Costa, currently on a losing streak, plans to win his upcoming fight against Roman Kopylov to set up a potential bout with Chimaev, who is scheduled to fight Dricus du Plessis. The rivalry is fueled by personal insults and Costa's desire for revenge.
UFC 317 featuring Topuria vs Oliveira is scheduled for June 28 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with a rescheduled bout involving Paulo Costa and Roman Kopylov now set for UFC 318 on July 19 due to illness. The event will be broadcast live with prelims at 8pm ET and main card at 10pm ET.
After a disappointing loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 302, Paulo Costa has vowed to return to his aggressive knockout style, abandoning his recent conservative approach. Costa, frustrated with his performance and criticism, declared he will focus on finishing fights rather than conserving energy or scoring points.
Islam Makhachev retained his lightweight title at UFC 302 by submitting Dustin Poirier in the fifth round, extending his winning streak to 14 fights. Poirier, who fell short in his third attempt for the undisputed title, is considering retirement. In the co-main event, Sean Strickland won a split-decision over Paulo Costa, aiming for another title shot.
Sean Strickland defeated Paulo Costa by split decision in a lackluster fight at UFC 302, using a kick-heavy strategy to disrupt Costa's timing and scoring key moments with leg kicks and a knockdown. Despite the win, Strickland's performance was not particularly exciting, and he expressed interest in a rematch with Driscus Du Plessis.