Analysis of Josh Hockett's performance against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 suggests he is capable of fighting more intelligently but feels compelled to maintain his aggressive, crowd-pleasing image. While Hockett won the fight, his willingness to absorb significant damage could lead to a knockout loss against elite strikers like Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich. The analyst noted Hockett's increased punching power, effective elbow work in the third round, and excellent takedown defense against Blaydes' wrestling attempts, crediting coach Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn for developing his versatility. However, Hockett's reckless style is seen as perfectly aligned with the preferences of Donald Trump and Dana White. Despite Hockett's wild approach, the analyst warns against underestimating Derrick Lewis in a potential matchup.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
