Curtis Blaydes and Josh Hockitt completed their first face-off ahead of their heavyweight bout scheduled for UFC 327. The staredown marks the official beginning of the promotional phase for their fight, which has garnered unusual attention due to Hockitt's bizarre and aggressive trash-talk campaign. The face-off represents a traditional pre-fight ritual where both fighters came together for official media obligations. Their encounter sets the stage for what promises to be an intriguing heavyweight matchup on the UFC 327 card.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
