Adesanya and Costa agree to fight

Well-known journalist and insider Ariel Helwani claims that UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and his belt challenger Paulo Costa have already signed for the fight.

“My sources report that Adesanya and Costa have officially signed a contract for the fight. It will be a good fight," Helwani said.

Earlier in the press there was information that the fight Adesanya vs Costa will lead the 253rd UFC tournament, which will be held on September 19.