Costa understands the challenge he faces when facing the 37-year-old, but he thinks now is the time to shine and that’s what he’s going to do.
“It’s an exciting fight because he was fighting very well and he’s a former champion,” Costa said. “He’s a good guy, he’s popular, too, I think. We are going to fight and I am motivated because I have a good challenge. He’s got a good kick, he’s tall, he’s in good shape. I think that’s what’s impressive about him.
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There is always talk of how someone returns to the Octagon after a long period of absence, but you never really know how an athlete will perform until the door to the Octagon closes. The No. 6 ranked middleweight contender has the same mentality about Rockhold’s comeback and is all about putting on a show and making a statement.
“It can be a problem because if you think about it, maybe he can lose a bit of his confidence, or not, but that’s not a major point,” Costa said. “It’s up to him to decide. I don’t know his mind, but I’m waiting for a very good challenge because I want to give a show; I am a showman.
