Paulo Costa criticizes UFC over denied interim title and release requests

Paulo Costa UFC light heavyweight interim title contract dispute

Mixed martial artist Paulo Costa has expressed frustration with the UFC after the organization reportedly denied his request to fight for an interim light heavyweight title at UFC 332. Costa noted that the division is currently in a state of flux because champion Carlos Ulberg is sidelined with a serious knee injury.

Costa suggested that the UFC should implement an interim title to maintain momentum in the division, similar to how they handled the women’s flyweight division following Valentina Shevchenko’s injury. He stated that if a title fight is not offered, he intends to complete his remaining contract obligation with a non-title fight.

Additionally, Costa revealed that requests for his release from the promotion have been denied. According to Costa, the UFC has indicated that he must complete at least one more fight before he can leave the organization.

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Έξαλλος ο Paulo Costa: Ζήτησε interim ζώνη στο UFC 332 και έφαγε «πόρτα» [ufight.gr]

3 days ago

Costa Reveals UFC Denied His Release Request [boxingnews.com]

about 22 hours ago

Paulo Borrachinha encaminha acerto com empresário desafeto de Dana White [agfight.com]

about 19 hours ago

Paulo Costa Says UFC Denied Release Request, Eddie Hearn Deal Nears Completion [middleeasy.com]

2 days ago

Paulo Costa reveals he asked for UFC release amid inactivity: 'I've asked to fight since May' [www.bjpenn.com]

about 23 hours ago

Paulo Costa reveals the UFC has denied multiple requests for his release [ca.sports.yahoo.com]

2 days ago

"I'm looking for big fights" - Paulo Costa opens up about pushing for UFC release [www.sportskeeda.com]

1 day ago

Costa Requests UFC Release, Gets Shut Down [www.mmamania.com]

1 day ago