Kenny Florian advocates for Paulo Costa's light heavyweight title shot
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
UFC legend Kenny Florian has suggested that Paulo Costa should receive the next title shot in the light heavyweight division. Current champion Carlos Ulberg is recovering from ACL surgery, leaving the title picture uncertain. After Magomed Ankalaev's knockout victory over Bogdan Guskov, there is debate over the next challenger. Florian argues that Costa's recent knockout win over Azamat Murzakanov and his marketability make him a more appealing candidate than Ankalaev, who, despite his achievements, has not captivated fans. Florian emphasized the need for excitement in the division.
- •Carlos Ulberg is sidelined due to ACL surgery.
- •Magomed Ankalaev knocked out Bogdan Guskov in the main event.
- •Kenny Florian believes Paulo Costa is the right choice for a title shot.
- •Costa won his last fight with a head kick KO over Azamat Murzakanov.
- •Ankalaev may not be the most marketable option for the UFC.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Legend Says Paulo Costa Should Get Next LHW Title Shot
"UFC legend Kenny Florian says that Paulo Costa should get the next title shot in the UFC light heavyweight division.With UFC light heavyweight champion Carlos Ulberg currently out recovering from ACL surgery, the 205 lbs division is in a bit of a flux right now.After Magomed Ankalaev knocked out Bogdan Guskov in the main event […] The post UFC Legend Says Paulo Costa Should Get Next LHW Title Shot appeared first on HEAVY.
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