A detailed breakdown of Josh Hockett's performance against Curtis Blaydes highlights both strengths and vulnerabilities. While Hockett's brawling approach and middle fingers secured victory, the analysis notes he absorbed too many strikes and such aggression could lead to knockout losses against Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich. Positively, Hockett showed heavier hands even in the third round, improved elbow work, and easily defended all takedown attempts, indicating high-level wrestling defense and versatility from coach Winkeljohn's training. The analyst suggests Hockett's deviant behavior perfectly aligns with Trump and Dana White's preferences, and warns that while Derrick Lewis is a viable next opponent, Lewis may prioritize a payday over winning, though Hockett's reckless style (especially fighting before Trump at the White House) makes the matchup unpredictable.
