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Paulo Costa calls ‘fake news’ on Robert Whittaker fight, slams UFC for promoting matchup

Paulo Costa wants to make it clear that he hasn’t agreed to fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 284, claiming the fight contract is ‘non-existent’ and that the UFC is actively spreading ‘fake news’ by promoting the matchup on social media.

Costa’s frustrations come after the Brazilian revealed earlier this month that he had turned down a six-fight extension with the UFC, citing problems with fighter pay.

‘Borrachinha’ has refused to accept another fight until the UFC starts paying him more, meaning his reported fight with ‘The Reaper’ is effectively dead in the water.

But that hasn’t stopped the UFC from advertising the matchup online, with official posters circulating on social media.