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Paulo Costa criticizes UFC executive over contract negotiations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 5:49 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Paulo Costa criticizes UFC executive over contract negotiations

Summary

Paulo Costa has publicly criticized UFC executive Hunter Campbell regarding contract negotiations following his last fight at UFC 327 in April, where he won against Azamat Murzakanov. Costa has expressed frustration over being unable to secure a new fight nearly six months later, claiming that Campbell insists on only offering him a five-round bout without appropriate compensation. He has taken to social media to express his dissatisfaction, accusing Campbell of negotiating in bad faith. The situation between Costa and the UFC remains unresolved as he seeks a satisfactory contract that reflects his status as a top light heavyweight.

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•Costa knocked out Murzakanov at UFC 327 in April.
•He has not fought since that victory, remaining inactive for almost six months.
•Costa accuses Campbell of bad faith in contract negotiations.
•He demands appropriate pay for a potential five-round fight.
•The resolution of this dispute remains uncertain.

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UFC light heavyweight contender Paulo Costa publicly lambasted UFC executive Hunter Campbell over failed contract negotiations.Costa has not fought since UFC 327 in April, when he knocked out the previously undefeated Azamat Murzakanov with a head kick to emerge as a top contender at 205 lbs.Yet, nearly six months later, Costa still doesn’t have his […] The post Paulo Costa Publicly Lambasts UFC Executive Hunter Campbell appeared first on HEAVY.
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