Josh Hawkitt threatens Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 final faceoff

At the final staredown for UFC 327, Josh Hawkitt issued a threat to Curtis Blaydes. Hawkitt told Blaydes, "You think this is a game? I'm going to break you in two parts. This troll is going to wreck you!" The exchange occurred during the traditional pre-fight faceoff between the two heavyweights. Hawkitt's aggressive posturing appears designed to get into Blaydes' head before their scheduled bout. The post questions whether Hawkitt will be able to back up his words or if it will be awkward if he loses.