Brazilian · São Paulo, Brazil · Born 6 July 1991Brazilian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC middleweight division, known for his aggressive striking style and knockout power.
Paulo Costa is a Brazilian middleweight known as 'Borrachinha' (Little Drunk) for his stumbling, aggressive fighting style. An exceptionally powerful and physical fighter with elite boxing and tremendous conditioning, Costa's aggressive pressure style produces devastating finishes. His championship fight against Israel Adesanya, despite ending in defeat, showcased his physical gifts and ferocious attacking style.
Building a 13-fight undefeated streak with multiple highlight-reel knockouts to earn a UFC middleweight title shot.
How They Played
Costa employs an aggressive, pressure-heavy striking style built around powerful hooks and body shots. He combines his physical strength with relentless forward movement to overwhelm opponents against the cage. His game plan typically revolves around cutting off angles and landing heavy punches in close quarters rather than technical striking from distance.
Lasting Impact
Costa established himself as one of the most physically imposing and exciting strikers in modern middleweight MMA during his undefeated streak.
Career Honours
- UFC Middleweight Interim Title Challenger (fought for interim title vs Romero, 2019)
- Undefeated Professional MMA Record (13-0 before first loss)
- WSOF Middleweight Champion
- UFC Performance of the Night Award vs Uriah Hall (UFC 226, 2018)
- UFC Performance of the Night Award vs Johny Hendricks (UFC Fight Night 138, 2018)
- UFC Fight of the Night Award vs Yoel Romero (UFC 241, 2019)
Brazilian Athletes