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News Paulo Costa vs. Robert Whittaker Targeted For March

Whittaker via destruction. I honestly think Costa is going to have a hard time mentally recovering from the Adesanya beating and I think he will be very tentative in his next fight. Similar to Ngannou against Lewis.
 
Some odd logic there. Whittaker's already had 2 major wins since his loss, beating Till and Cannonier both fighters who would likely have got title fights should they have won, yet you suggest he needs a third whereas Costa in your mind would only need to beat Whittaker and one other fighter.

Id prefer Costa to have to win more, but people are already saying he deserves a rematch. I feel if you get your title shot and lose, you need to win three at least for ma rematch. But doesnt seem to happen as much now days. But I do prefer this fight over either of them fighting for the title right now.
 
I hope Rob can win this one. I would just like to say that in spite of Robert loosing devastatingly he’s managed to pick up two wins over two great competitors in the division. Costa however demanded an immediate rematch. I hope this is a sign of a disparity between their attitudes that ultimately will be in Robs favour.
 
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