Analysis of Josh Hockit's performance against Curtis Blaydes reveals both progress and persistent flaws in his fighting approach. While Hockit successfully defeated Blaydes, he absorbed significant damage that could prove catastrophic against elite strikers like Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich. His power has noticeably improved under Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn, with heavy hands maintained even in the exhausting third round and effective elbow work. His takedown defense proved solid against Blaydes' wrestling attempts. However, his brawling style, which fits perfectly with the Trump-Dana White promotional aesthetic, may limit his ceiling against top competition. His willingness to engage in wild exchanges makes him vulnerable despite his improvements.
