Borrachinha proposes 'TUF' with Adesanya, but asks for almost R$80 million per agreement

P. Borrachinha (photo) suggests TUF between him and I. Adesanya. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @borracinhamma

Without a shadow of a doubt, the meeting between the enemies Israel adesanya e Paulo borrachinha is one of the most anticipated in recent years. With the middleweight belt at stake, the Brazilian proposed that he and his rival be coaches for a season of 'The Ultimate Fighter' (TUF), however, he surprised by asking for US$15 million (around R$80 million) to close agreement.

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“The Ultimate Fighter: Adesanya x Costa. Who agrees?” wrote Paulo on his Twitter account.

BN: The ultimate fighter Adelasanha x Costa

- Paulo Costa (Borrachinha) (@BorrachinhaMMA) June 18, 2020

Despite circulating his social networks with the proposal, the Minas Gerais native tried to calm tempers by informing that there are no confirmations at the moment. Everything will depend on Dana White and his team's interest in making the program happen.

The reality show, in fact, could be a success. However, Borrachinha ended up surprising by revealing the price for which he would agree to participate in the attraction. Responding to comments on the initial publication, the Brazilian revealed how much he would like to receive.

“There is still no agreement. I want to get $15 million, just like (Jon) Jones.

I want 15 million like Jon

- Paulo Costa (Borrachinha) (@BorrachinhaMMA) June 18, 2020

Paulo and Adesanya represent two of the biggest names in the new generation of midfielders. Alongside the champion, the Minas Gerais native has an undefeated record since his professional debut in MMA.

Israel has held the category belt since October last year, when he beat Robert whittaker in the main fight of UFC 243, valid for the unification of the category title. The Nigerian was supposed to face Borrachinha in his first title defense, however, with an injury, the Brazilian ended up giving the fight to Yoel romero, who lost to Adesanya in a clash held in March this year.

Known for the aggressiveness with which he takes his fights, the Minas Gerais native hasn't fought since August last year, when he beat the same Romero in a real war, at UFC 241. Recovered from biceps surgery, the Brazilian is now waiting for his contract to be finalized. the accounts with his great disaffection.