“Are you fighting 12 year old kid?” Paulo Costa’s recent training video brutally trolled by fans ahead of dangerous Khamzat Chimaev fight

Paulo Costa will face rising talent Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi. Chimaev submitted Kevin Holland at UFC 279, setting the stage for a showdown with Costa.

“Are you fighting 12 year old kid?” Paulo Costa’s recent training video brutally trolled by fans ahead of dangerous Khamzat Chimaev fight

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Fans took a playful jab at Paulo Costa following a recent training video released leading up to the fierce confrontation between Paulo Costa and Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294. However, comments trolling the Brazilian middleweight fighter fill the video.

Costa intended the video to showcase his preparation for the upcoming bout against Chimaev. However, it appeared to have backfired somewhat, as fans on social media took it as an opportunity to mock and troll. Among the many comments, a particularly cheeky fan commented, “Are you fighting 12 year old kid? why your’r punches are so low?” This comment swiftly gained traction and led to many likes and replies. “The Eraser” posted the video with the caption, “But I will thank God for his righteousness and I will sing praises to the Lord, the Most High,” in Brazilian, intended to showcase his devout beliefs.

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Costa is known for his fierce, striking, and formidable presence inside the octagon. Moreover, he is no stranger to online banter. He typically responds to the trolls in a light-hearted manner. The Costa vs. Chimaev bout is the co-main event of UFC 294. Originally, Costa was to face Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 291. The UFC scrapped it and re-booked the Brazilian against Chimaev for their visit to Abu Dhabi, UAE.

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Khamzat Chimaev is hailed as one of the fastest-rising talents in the UFC. He is expected to present a significant challenge to Costa. With both fighters in prime condition and also having a brewing rivalry, the bout promises to deliver a thrilling performance. In his most recent bout, Chimaev submitted Kevin Holland in the first round. It was in the co-main event of UFC 279.

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Fans brutally troll Paulo Costa for his recently uploaded training video on Instagram

Paulo Costa and Khamzat Chimaev are scheduled to lock horns in the co-main event of UFC 294. Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira headline the event. Costa and Chimaev have not fought inside the octagon since their victories at UFC 278 and UFC 279, respectively. The middleweight bout is one of the most anticipated fights of the year. The bout also has title-shot implications.

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Khamzat Chimaev and Paulo Costa (Image Via IMAGO)

Costa recently uploaded a training video on Instagram. He presumably aimed to display his preparation for the upcoming fight against Khamzat Chimaev. However, the video seems to have attracted a wave of playful jabs and outright trolling from fans of MMA. In the clip, one fan hinted at the possible awkwardness or lack of power in Costa’s punches. One particularly imaginative fan humorously referred to a new avatar of the fighter citing his Karate Stance. Furthermore, people also commented on Costa’s previous performances, seeing stamina as a potential issue. See the comments below.

The trolling appears to be for fun. However, it emphasizes the heightened scrutiny fighters face in the age of social media. Moreover, Costa is known for his funny X posts. So, it’s very likely that the Brazilian would not heed it. For Costa, the bout against Chimaev at UFC 294 could be one of the best fights of the year.

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