A detailed breakdown of Josh Hockit's UFC 327 performance against Curtis Blaydes notes that while Hockit could fight more technically to avoid taking excessive damage, his aggressive "bad boy" image forces him to maintain that style. The analysis warns that such reckless approaches against Alex Pereira or Sergei Pavlovich would likely result in knockout defeats. Despite absorbing many shots, Hockit showed improved power that lasted into the third round and displayed versatility with elbow strikes, credited to coach Greg Jackson and Mike Winkeljohn's training. The piece notes Hockit easily defended all of Blaydes' takedown attempts, demonstrating high-level grappling defense. The author observes that Hockit's deviant behavior perfectly suits Donald Trump and Dana White's preferences, especially the middle fingers in the cage and bloodiness. For the upcoming White House fight against Derrick Lewis, the author expects Hockit won't deviate from his brawling style but fears Lewis may prioritize earning money and avoiding damage over winning.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
