Paulo Costa declines short-notice UFC fight offer

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Former UFC title challenger Paulo Costa has rejected a short-notice offer to fight Magomed Ankalaev in Abu Dhabi. The bout would have been a non-title fight scheduled in 13 days.

Costa shared his response to the proposal on social media. The offer included five rounds for the same pay, but he declined.

He posted a sarcastic reply to the UFC message. "Hey I have a great deal for you: NON TITLE Fight in 13 days short notice , Abu Dhabi, 5 rounds , same money , nothing better. 😅 Me: I love u too 🥰"

The incident highlights ongoing negotiations between Costa and the promotion over fight terms and timing.

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