Blaydes and Hockit face off before UFC 327 heavyweight clash

Curtis Blaydes and Josh Hockit completed their first face-off ahead of their heavyweight bout at UFC 327. The staredown was shared as part of the event's promotional buildup, with fans able to vote on their predicted winner. This matchup has generated unusual attention due to Hockit's bizarre promotional tactics leading up to the fight. The post notes that for the first time, Blaydes may have fans rooting for him beyond his family and friends, thanks to Hockit's strange behavior. UFC 327 is approaching, and this face-off represents a key moment in the pre-fight promotion.