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Successful Surgery for Infected Arm
UFC middleweight Paulo Costa recently underwent surgery on his infected arm, resulting in a gruesome red elbow. The Brazilian fighter had the operation three weeks ago in preparation for his highly anticipated bout against Khamzat Chimaev on October 21. Costa confirmed via social media that the surgery to treat the infected bursa was a success.
Back in Training
Despite the surgery, Costa is back in training and determined to compete in his upcoming fight. The 32-year-old fighter has won 14 out of his 16 professional fights and is eager to face off against Chimaev later this month.
Confidence and Determination
In a recent interview with ESPN, Costa expressed his unwavering confidence, stating that he will not pull out of the fight. He believes he can beat Chimaev 99 out of 100 times. However, Costa acknowledges that he will follow the doctor's advice and only withdraw from the fight if medically necessary.
Impressive Fighting Records
Costa, also known as "Borrachinha," has an impressive MMA record with 14 wins and only two losses. His most recent victory was a decision win over former champion Luke Rockhold in August 2022. On the other hand, Chimaev boasts an undefeated record with 12 wins in his professional career. He recently underwent a major body transformation and has moved up from the welterweight division to make his middleweight debut against Costa.
Highly Anticipated Showdown
The Costa vs. Chimaev fight is generating significant buzz as one of the biggest bouts this year. Fans can expect an intense showdown when the two fighters meet at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21st.
