Paulo Costa has got an interesting proposition for Dana White! The Brazilian was last seen inside the Octagon at UFC 278 in 2022 where he secured a win against former champion, Luke Rockhold. Costa was then scheduled to face Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294 last year but complications with his arm due to an infection caused him to withdraw from the bout.
However, he is now set to face Robert Whittaker at the upcoming UFC 298 event but his activity on social media has left fans rolling in their seats! In a response to a post by Nina-Marie Daniele, Costa made some intriguing remarks concerning UFC CEO Dana White that have left the fans in a frenzy!
Fans left clutching their sides as Dana White receives ‘oil’ offer from Paulo Costa
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In a post on X, Nina-Marie Daniele, or ‘Nina Drama’ shared a picture of Dana White with the caption, “Let’s OIL HIM UP BOYS! Can’t wait for UFC 300 Main Event Announcement this week! Shoutout to Dana White for being a good sport LOL”
The post was in response to a statement concerning UFC 300 where Daniele claimed that White would announce the main event for the card and if the video got 10 thousand comments, the UFC boss would let fans “oil him up”!
Costa responded to the post by stating, “I think only u can oil him up @ninamdrama” and the online reactions from fans reflect a spectrum of emotions and interpretations in response to Paulo Costa’s enigmatic comments! Here’s how the community reacted:
I think only u can oil him up @ninamdrama
— Paulo Costa ( Borrachinha ) (@BorrachinhaMMA) January 30, 2024
Fans inquired if Paulo Costa’s “secret juice” would be involved in the process
Any oil in secret juice?
— UFC WACKO (@UfcWacko) January 30, 2024
Others were left questioning Costa’s statements
What do you mean by that brother
— BIG SHREDDER (@UNHINGEDMMA) January 30, 2024
Some even humorously stated that they would be okay with just receiving an announcement from the UFC boss
It’s cool if we just get the announcement. Be fine to not do the other stuff 😂
— JD Fox (@DarkFoxTweets) January 30, 2024
Fans were also concerned that Costa might find himself on the wrong side of Dana White
You’re getting cut for this one buddy
— Pöl (@Paulconnor69) January 30, 2024
While others proclaimed what they wanted to hear in the announcement by White.
Hasbulla main event or conor and chandler for new belt
— Mark ranagan 209 (@King_Gunc) January 30, 2024
Costa’s ‘secret juice’ was mentioned by the fans with some humorously claiming White may end up banning the product
Secret 🧃 = Dana oil
— 🧪⚠️ (@GrowGasLabs) January 30, 2024
Dana white is going to ban secret 🧃 after this
— derio (@lamani_5) January 30, 2024
The prevailing sentiments include confusion, curiosity, amusement, and even a touch of lighthearted concern regarding the potential repercussions of Costa’s unconventional remarks!
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As fans continue to speculate and share their varied reactions, the incident adds an element of intrigue to the lead-up of Costa’s upcoming fight and his opponent for the bout has also made an interesting revelation about the clash!
‘The Reaper’ is confident Costa will step into the cage
In the upcoming UFC 298 co-main event, Robert Whittaker has expressed confidence in facing Paulo Costa, undeterred by Costa’s history of canceled or rebooked fights. Despite a previous matchup falling through due to contractual issues, Whittaker remains unfazed.
During a recent appearance on the MMA Hour, Whittaker stated, “Whether or not I was worried about it actually falling through, not really. Like other times, I would fight someone. UFC would get me to fight someone. And I think it’s a good fight for him, I think it’s a good fight for me…”
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Reflecting on the potential bout with Costa, ‘The Reaper’ stated that it was a compelling matchup between two high-level middleweights striving to climb the division ranks. He perceived it as a beneficial fight for both, emphasizing their shared goal of reclaiming the top spot in the middleweight division.
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As the anticipation builds for UFC 298, Whittaker’s confidence has set the stage for a highly anticipated co-main event that may have implications for the title picture in the division!