Paulo Costa has three-word response after Nina-Marie Daniele's "legendary" interview expectation with the Brazilian
Paulo Costa recently replied to Nina-Marie Daniele's offer for an interview.
UFC CEO Dana White recently took to social media to announce that former middleweight title contender Costa is set to return to the octagon against former 185-pound champion Robert Whittaker. They will clash at UFC 298 in Anaheim, California, on February 17, 2024.
The two were initially scheduled to fight at UFC 284 in February, but 'Borrachinha' withdrew from the bout, seemingly due to a contractual disagreement with the promotion.
Following the announcement of Costa's fight, Daniele shared her excitement on X about the prospect of interviewing the 32-year-old Brazilian:
"I just know that my interview with Paulo Costa is going to be legendary! 🧃 LFG mdfk @BorrachinhaMMA #ufc298"
The No.6-ranked middleweight responded:
"Yes my pleasure 🙌🤜🤛"
Check out the social media exchange below:
The 35-year-old content creator has rapidly become a prominent figure in MMA, gaining acclaim for her unconventional and bold yet laidback interview style.
Fans respond to Robert Whittaker vs. Paulo Costa fight news
Fans expressed skepticism about Paulo Costa's upcoming fight against Robert Whittaker at UFC 298, citing the Brazilian's extensive track record of withdrawing from bouts at the last minute.
'Borrachinha' has been absent from the octagon for over a year and has not competed since August 2022. The Brazilian has already withdrawn from three high-profile matchups this year, the first against Whittaker at UFC 284.
Additionally, he pulled out of his UFC 291 bout against Ikram Aliskerov, before agreeing to face Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294. However, 'Borrachinha' had to withdraw from the Chimaev bout just days before the event due to elbow surgery.
One fan wrote:
"I won't believe it until Paulo makes his walkout"
Another wrote:
"I just don’t get it. Costa never fights. His most recent win was a washed up, coming out of retirement Luke Rockhold. He lost his past 2 fights before that. And now he’s fighting up against Whittaker? I really don’t think he deserves this fight but 🤷♂️"
Check out some more reactions below:
"Costa to win by pulling out"
"This fight will not happen @BorrachinhaMMA will pull out of this one too.. Get @KChimaev vs @robwhittakermma"
"There is no way Robby is winning this..."
"How many times has this fight been made now"
"LFG!!! secret juice mtfk! 💪"
