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Jiri Prochazka and Paulo Costa fight speculation

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A dispute has emerged between former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka and contender Paulo Costa regarding a potential matchup. In early August, Prochazka claimed the UFC had offered Costa a fight for October or November, prompting Costa to deny the offer on social media and mock Prochazka’s recent performance. By late August, rumors circulated online suggesting a fight between the two was confirmed for UFC 332 in Salt Lake City. Prochazka ~~subsequently~~ addressed these rumors via Instagram, clarifying that no fight has been confirmed and that he is still working on arrangements for his next bout. He emphasized his commitment to a thorough preparation process, stating he intends to ‘break everything down’ and ‘start from the roots’ following his knockout loss to Carlos Ulberg at UFC 327. As of late August, Prochazka indicated that an October return is becoming unrealistic. He stated in a recent interview that he is aiming for a fight in either November or December to allow for a proper two-month training camp. Prochazka expressed a desire to face a top-five opponent, seeking a quality challenger close to a title fight rather than a ‘soft landing’ to move himself closer to another championship opportunity.

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