Paulo Costa seeks rematch with Sean Strickland after UFC 302 loss

Paulo Costa expressed interest in a rematch with UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland after losing to him by split decision at UFC 302. Despite his recent success in the light heavyweight division, where he defeated Azamat Murzakanov by TKO at UFC 327, Costa acknowledges that his tactical approach in the previous matchup was flawed. He believes a rematch would be beneficial for both fighters and is eager to adjust his strategy, focusing on a more aggressive style. Sean Strickland recently claimed the middleweight title after defeating Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328.

• 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Paulo Costa interested in Strickland rematch: 'My strategy was very wrong'