Paulo Costa has made his feelings clear regarding his upcoming opponent, Azamat Murzakanov. Costa is set to make his debut in the light heavyweight division at UFC 327, facing Murzakanov in the co-main event.

During the pre-fight press conference, Costa didn't hold back his disdain for Murzakanov. He previously declined to share his "secret juice" with Khamzat Chimaev, and now Murzakanov is also on that list.

"He doesn’t know anything about the secret juice. This guy is fat as f*ck. He knows nothing about the secret juice. I am on secret juice. Not him. Never ask for secret juice for a fat guy like him."

The Brazilian fighter is coming off a victory over another Russian opponent and is targeting Murzakanov, also Russian, to be his next victim.

Paulo Costa Targets Khamzat Chimaev After Murzakanov Bout

Furthermore, Paulo Costa urged Dana White to book a fight with Khamzat Chimaev following his potential victory over Murzakanov. He also repeatedly criticized Murzakanov.

"I am going to f**k his fat ass up on Saturday. I’m on the co-main event for one reason: to fu*k up this fat Russian. Trust me. I represent Latin America, Central America, and our America. Not this Russian. I hate these huge f**king Russians and Dana maybe the third one, Chimaev. I want him next after beating this fat guy."

Costa has expressed interest in competing in both middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. Meanwhile, the middleweight champion, Chimaev, is preparing for his first title defense at UFC 328. After that, Chimaev plans to move up to light heavyweight with the ambition of becoming a two-division champion.

If Costa can secure a decisive win against the No. 6-ranked contender Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327, a high-profile grudge match against Chimaev could become a reality.

English Translation:

Paulo Costa Promises Violent Beatdown of Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327: “F**k up this fat Russian”

Paulo Costa has no love for his Russian opponents. Costa is moving up to light heavyweight and will face Azamat Murzakanov in the co-main event of UFC 327 this weekend.

During the pre-fight press conference, "The Eraser" repeatedly took shots at his upcoming opponent. He had previously refused to share his mysterious concoction with Khamzat Chimaev, and now Murzakanov is also on that list. Costa stated:

"He doesn’t know anything about secret juice. This guy is fat as f*ck. He knows nothing about secret juice. I am on secret juice. Not him. Never ask for secret juice for a fat guy like him."

The Brazilian is coming off a win against a Russian fighter and now hopes that "The Professional," also Russian, will be his next victim.

Paulo Costa Wants Khamzat Chimaev After Azamat Murzakanov

During the presser, Paulo Costa also urged Dana White to set up a clash with Khamzat Chimaev next, provided he gets past the undefeated Murzakanov this weekend. He also took countless digs at "The Professional."

"I am going to f**k his fat ass up on Saturday. I’m on the co-main event for one reason: to fu*k up this fat Russian. Trust me. I represent Latin America, Central America, and our America. Not this Russian. I hate these huge f**king Russians and Dana maybe the third one, Chimaev. I want him next after beating this fat guy."

Costa has previously expressed a desire to fight in both the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions.

Meanwhile, Chimaev, the 185-pound titleholder, is set to make his first title defense at UFC 328. After one successful defense, "Borz" plans to move up to 205 pounds in pursuit of two-division glory.

If Costa defeats the No. 6-ranked contender Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 and makes a statement in the division, a grudge match with Chimaev could very well be on the horizon.