Azamat Murzakanov vs Paulo Costa Prediction & Betting Tips - UFC 327
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by Geoffrey Ejiga | in UFC Predictions
UFC 327 is bracing for a light heavyweight collision between Azamat “The Professional” Murzakanov and Paulo “The Eraser” Costa. While one man is looking to keep his perfect record intact, the other is moving up a weight class to prove he still belongs among the elite after years of competing at middleweight. Check out our Azamat Murzakanov vs Paulo Costa prediction.
The Professional has been unstoppable since joining the promotion and currently holds a flawless 16-0 record. His rise has been quiet but deadly, with his most recent match ending in a brutal first-round knockout of Aleksandar Rakic this past October. That win pushed him into the top ten (6th today).
The Eraser, meanwhile, is making a massive career move by jumping up to light heavyweight full-time. The Brazilian star is coming off a solid win over Roman Kopylov last July, where he won a clear unanimous decision.
After some tough losses in the past against big names like Sean Strickland and Robert Whittaker, Costa seems to have found a new focus. But handing the undefeated Azamat his first career defeat at this level is a task even The Eraser will find hard to tick off his new checklist.
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Azamat Murzakanov - Paulo Costa Key Points
- Murzakanov is currently undefeated with sixteen wins, with 13 coming by stoppage.
- Costa is moving up from middleweight and has historically struggled when facing opponents who possess true one-punch knockout power.
- The Professional averages nearly five significant strikes landed per minute while maintaining a high defensive rate of 60%.
- Murzakanov has won his last two fights by first-round knockout.
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Our Azamat Murzakanov vs Paulo Costa Prediction
We can only call this a dangerous welcoming party for the Brazilian as he enters a heavier weight class against one of his most avoided finishers. While the former title challenger has a great chin and pushes a high pace, Costa often leaves himself open during exchanges.
Against a clinical counter-striker like The Professional, who only needs one clean connection, that is a recipe for disaster. We expect the favourite to stay patient and find the opening for another highlight-reel finish before the final bell sounds. Hence, our Azamat Murzakanov vs Paulo Costa match prediction is Azamat Murzakanov wins by KO, TKO, DQ, or Decision.
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