Josh Hocket criticized for overdoing antics, losing authenticity since debut

Josh Hocket was described as a normal, respectful person after his MMA debut at Bellator 300 in October 2023, thanking coaches, parents, and fans. Six months ago he was still authentic, but this year he has adopted an exaggerated persona. While his antics at weigh-ins and other events create content for short videos, the constant clowning has become tiresome according to the commentator. In a January interview with Ariel Helwani, Hocket acted crazy throughout, making it unwatchable. The post suggests he needs to show moderation in his performance antics.