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Jiri Prochazka Claims Paulo Costa Received Fight Offer, Costa Denies

August 5, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Jiri Prochazka has asserted that a fight offer has been extended to Paulo Costa to compete against him. However, the Brazilian fighter, known as 'Borrachinha,' has publicly denied receiving any such proposal, stating that his name has not been mentioned in connection with a fight against Prochazka.

Prochazka made the claim, suggesting that Costa was indeed presented with an opportunity to face him. In response to these statements, Costa promptly refuted the assertion, making it clear that no official offer or even informal discussion about a bout with Prochazka has reached him.

The exchange highlights a potential discrepancy in communication or strategic maneuvering between the two fighters. While Prochazka implies an offer exists, Costa's denial suggests either a misunderstanding or a deliberate misrepresentation of the situation.

English Translation:

Jiri Prochazka has asserted that a fight offer has been extended to Paulo Costa to compete against him. However, the Brazilian fighter, known as 'Borrachinha,' has publicly denied receiving any such proposal, stating that his name has not been mentioned in connection with a fight against Prochazka.

Prochazka made the claim, suggesting that Costa was indeed presented with an opportunity to face him. In response to these statements, Costa promptly refuted the assertion, making it clear that no official offer or even informal discussion about a bout with Prochazka has reached him.

The exchange highlights a potential discrepancy in communication or strategic maneuvering between the two fighters. While Prochazka implies an offer exists, Costa's denial suggests either a misunderstanding or a deliberate misrepresentation of the situation.