Hockit's Aggressive Style Suits Trump and White Despite Win Over Blaydes

Josh Hockit's victory over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 came with significant damage absorbed, raising questions about his sustainability against elite strikers like Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich. While Hockit demonstrated improved striking power and effective wrestling defense, his brawling approach perfectly aligns with the spectacle preferences of Dana White and Donald Trump, who attended the event. The analyst notes that Hockit's reckless style might make him vulnerable to Derrick Lewis in their upcoming White House fight, though Lewis may prioritize collecting a paycheck over pursuing victory. Despite the concerns, Hockit showed positive development under coaches Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn.