Paulo Costa Breaks Character as Mid-Life Crisis Takes an Inspiring Turn

Paulo Costa Breaks Character as Mid-Life Crisis Takes an Inspiring Turn

When Paulo Costa burst onto the UFC scene in 2017 with a first-round finish of Garreth McLellan, the MMA world knew it had something special on its hands. He followed his debut with a savage knockout streak, finishing his next three opponents within two rounds.  By 2019, riding a 13-0 record with 12 finishes, Costa wasn’t just a contender—he was a juggernaut with raw power and a physique that turned heads. His star power was such that even the U…