Paulo Costa

Light Heavyweight Division

#7 Ranked

STRIKING

Punch Power S

Punch Speed S

Kick Power S

Kick Speed A

Accuracy A

Strike Defense A

GRAPPLING

Takedowns B

TD Defense B

Sub Defense B

Ground Game A

PHYSICAL & TACTICAL

Stamina A

Chin S

Fight IQ B

Reach 73"

SIGNATURE

▸Right overhand cross

▸Lead leg body kick

▸Left hook to the midsection

STRENGTHS / WEAKNESSES

+Elite 90+ rated power in both punches and kicks that can finish fights at any point of a bout

−Below-average 80-rated fight IQ leads to reckless striking and poor in-fight adjustments

+Exceptional 92-rated chin paired with 88-rated stamina allows him to maintain constant pressure across 3-round fights

−Mediocre 80-rated submission defense leaves him exposed if opponents secure dominant grappling positions

+Above-average takedown defense and grappling ability lets him force favorable kickboxing exchanges against most opponents

−Defensive gaps during high-volume exchanges can be exploited by faster, more technically precise strikers

MATCHUPS

BESTHe performs best against slow, plodding grapplers who rely on single takedown attempts and lack the speed or accuracy to avoid his power strikes on the feet.

HARDHe struggles against fast, technically sharp high-volume strikers with strong grappling credentials who can avoid his power, pick him apart from range, and threaten submissions if the fight goes to the mat.

Fighter Intel

B TIER KICKBOXER KO THREAT

Top Attributes

Punch PowerKick PowerPunch Speed

vs Division Average

Striking

Grappling

-2

Defense

-1

Physical

-4

Combat Profile

Paulo Costa is a capable powerful kickboxer competing in the Light Heavyweight division. With punch power as the cornerstone of his game, Paulo Costa carries fight-ending punch power capable of closing the show at any moment in any round. His punch speed and adaptability allow Paulo Costa to adjust mid-fight, staying unpredictable across all five rounds. As a B-tier contender in the Light Heavyweight division, Paulo Costa demands respect from any opponent willing to share the Octagon.

Tactical Advantage

Keeping the pace high and varying the attack angles is essential — Paulo Costa is most dangerous when allowed to settle into a rhythm and pick shots at distance. Pressure fighting and takedowns can disrupt the striking game, though he has the footwork and timing to punish opponents who commit too early.

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