Paulo Borrachinha tries to get back to winning ways in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Paulo Borrachinha , it seems, has already decided who he would like to face in his next UFC fight: Jiri Prochazka . After debuting with a victory in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), the Brazilian has become one of the most highly regarded names to compete for a possible interim title in the category, since champion Carlos Ulberg remains injured and still has no return date.
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The possibility gained traction after a fan stated that he would like to see Borrachinha face Jiri Prochazka for the interim light heavyweight title. In responding to the post, the Brazilian showed his agreement with the idea and summarized his reaction in two words: "Me too."
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— Paulo Costa (@BorrachinhaMMA) September 5, 2026
Paulo Borrachinha could compete for the UFC belt.
With champion Carlos Ulberg sidelined due to injury after tearing his ACL at UFC 327, and with no return date yet set, Paulo Borrachinha emerges as one of the top contenders to challenge for the interim light heavyweight title.
Coming off a devastating knockout victory over Azamat Murzakanov in his division debut, the fighter from Minas Gerais, Brazil, appears alongside Magomed Ankalaev and Navajo Stirling as one of the few top-tier athletes in the category who are coming off a win in their last fight.
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