Paulo Costa issues public ultimatum to UFC regarding final fight on his contract

UFC light heavyweight contender Paulo Costa has issued a public ultimatum to UFC Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell regarding the final fight on his contract. Costa, who has not fought since knocking out Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 in April, is eager to complete his current deal and enter free agency. He has publicly laid out three distinct options to resolve his contract status.

Costa's proposed options include receiving a three-round fight against any light heavyweight opponent, taking a five-round fight in six weeks with an increased purse, or being released immediately. Meanwhile, UFC CEO Dana White recently mocked Costa and other fighters for signing commercial representation deals with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn.