Paulo Costa: Record, Next Fight, Net Worth, Age, and More
Paulo Henrique Costa, from Brazil, is a professional fighter competing in the UFC’s Middleweight division. He is currently ranked #7 as of February 20, 2024.
- Full Name: Paulo Henrique Costa
- Nickname: Borrachinha
- Birthdate: April 21, 1991
- Age: 33
- Birthplace: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Weight: 186 lb (84 kg)
- Division:
- Middleweight (2012–present)
- Light heavyweight (2021)
- Reach: 72 in (183 cm)
- Current Residence: Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Teams:
- Team Nogueira
- Champion Team
- Clube Atlético Mineiro
- Fight Ready (2017–present)
- Trainer: Eric Albarracin
- Martial Arts Rank: Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Professional Since: 2012
Paulo Costa MMA Record and Results:
Paulo Costa, a notable fighter in mixed martial arts (MMA), has competed in 17 total fights, achieving success in 14 of them. Remarkably, 11 of his wins have come from knocking out his opponents, showcasing his striking power. He also had one win by submission, and two wins were secured by outlasting his opponents until the end of the fight. Costa has faced defeat three times; one of these was by knockout, and two were when the judges scored the fight in favor of his opponent. Record: 14-3-0
| Event | Opponent | Date | Result | Round | Record | Time | Method | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC 298 | Robert Whittaker | February 17, 2024 | Loss | 3 | 14–3 | 5:00 | Decision (unanimous) | Anaheim, California, United States |
| UFC 278 | Luke Rockhold | August 20, 2022 | Win | 3 | 14–2 | 5:00 | Decision (unanimous) | Salt Lake City, Utah, United States |
| UFC Fight Night: Costa vs. Vettori | Marvin Vettori | October 23, 2021 | Loss | 5 | 13–2 | 5:00 | Decision (unanimous) | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| UFC 253 | Israel Adesanya | September 27, 2020 | Loss | 2 | 13–1 | 3:59 | TKO (punches and elbows) | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| UFC 241 | Yoel Romero | August 17, 2019 | Win | 3 | 13–0 | 5:00 | Decision (unanimous) | Anaheim, California, United States |
| UFC 226 | Uriah Hall | July 7, 2018 | Win | 2 | 12–0 | 2:38 | TKO (punches) | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| UFC 217 | Johny Hendricks | November 4, 2017 | Win | 2 | 11–0 | 1:23 | TKO (punches) | New York City, New York, United States |
| UFC 212 | Oluwale Bamgbose | June 3, 2017 | Win | 2 | 10–0 | 1:06 | TKO (punches) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| UFC Fight Night: Belfort vs. Gastelum | Garreth McLellan | March 11, 2017 | Win | 1 | 9–0 | 1:17 | TKO (punches) | Fortaleza, Brazil |
| Jungle Fight 90 | Adriano Balby de Araujo | September 3, 2016 | Win | 1 | 8–0 | 3:25 | KO (punch) | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Jungle Fight 87 | Eduardo Ramón | May 21, 2016 | Win | 1 | 7–0 | 2:40 | Submission (rear-naked choke) | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Jungle Fight 84 | Bruno Assis | December 5, 2015 | Win | 1 | 6–0 | 1:17 | TKO (punches) | São Paulo, Brazil |
| FTF 11 | Wagner Silva Gomes | April 24, 2015 | Win | 1 | 5–0 | 4:37 | TKO (punches) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| FTF 9 | Gérson da Conceição | December 19, 2014 | Win | 1 | 4–0 | 5:00 | TKO (doctor stoppage) | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| BH Fight: MMA Grand Prix | Fábio Moreira | November 1, 2013 | Win | 1 | 3–0 | 1:26 | TKO (punches) | Belo Horizonte, Brazil |
| Upper Fight: MMA Championship 2 | Ademilson Borges | June 15, 2013 | Win | 1 | 2–0 | 0:32 | TKO (head kick and punches) | Teófilo Otoni, Brazil |
| MMA Total Combat: Santa Luzia | Téo Esteves | February 5, 2012 | Win | 1 | 1–0 | 2:08 | TKO (head kick and punches) | Santa Luzia, Brazil |
Where is Paulo Costa from?
Paulo Costa is from Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
What nationality is Paulo Costa?
Paulo Costa is Brazilian.
Where does Paulo Costa train?
Paulo Costa trains at several facilities including Team Nogueira, Champion Team, Clube Atlético Mineiro, and Fight Ready, with the latter being his training spot since 2017.
What weight class is Paulo Costa?
Paulo Costa competes in the Middleweight division primarily, and he also fought in the Light Heavyweight division in 2021.
What rank is Paulo Costa?
Paulo Costa is ranked #7 in the UFC middleweight rankings as of February 20, 2024.
What is Paulo Costa’s UFC record?
Paulo Costa’s UFC record stands at 14 wins and 3 losses.
What martial arts does Paulo Costa do?
Paulo Costa practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, along with mixed martial arts.
Was Paulo Costa a bodybuilder?
Yes, Paulo Costa has a background in bodybuilding. Before pursuing a career in mixed martial arts, he competed as a bodybuilder
Is Paulo Costa a black belt?
Yes, Paulo Costa is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
What is Paulo Costa’s net worth?
Paulo Costa’s estimated net worth is around $1 million. Some sources claim it could be between $2 million and $3 million, but these figures are unverified.
How tall is Paulo Costa?
Paulo Costa is 6 feet 0 inches tall (1.83 meters).
How much does Paulo Costa weigh?
Paulo Costa weighs 186 pounds (84 kg).
How old is Paulo Costa?
Paulo Costa is 33 years old, born on April 21, 1991.
When was Paulo Costa’s last fight?
His last fight was on February 17, 2024, where he lost to Robert Whittaker via unanimous decision at UFC 298.
When is Paulo Costa’s next fight?
Paulo Costa’s next fight is scheduled for June 1, 2024, against Sean Strickland at UFC 302.
What are Paulo Costa’s official Instagram and Twitter accounts?
Paulo Costa’s official Instagram and Twitter accounts are:
