A detailed analysis of Josh Hockitt's UFC 327 performance highlighted both strengths and concerns about his fighting approach. While Hockitt successfully defeated Curtis Blaydes and has created a specific fighting image, the analysis notes he absorbed too many strikes and that such reckless attacks could lead to knockout losses against elite strikers like Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich. Positively, Hockitt's power remained consistent even into the third round of an exhausting fight, and he showed improved versatility with elbow strikes, credited to coach Brandon Gibson. His takedown defense was also noted as excellent, easily neutralizing Blaydes' wrestling attempts. However, the post warns that Hockitt's "deviant behavior" style, while perfectly suited to Trump and Dana White's preferences, may not translate to success against top-tier opposition.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
