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UFC 253 viewers guide: Undefeated rivals Adesanya, Costa perfect for 'Fight Island' showcase

Israel Adesanya is unbeaten, and so is Paulo Costa going into their UFC middleweight title fight. A new light heavyweight champ will be crowned Saturday, too.

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Tensions rise between Adesanya and Costa ahead of UFC 253

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