Analyst says Hockit's brawling style could lead to knockout loss against elite

An analyst provided detailed commentary on Josh Hockit's recent performance against Curtis Blaydes. While acknowledging Hockit can fight more defensively, the analyst noted that his established brawling persona and trash-talking image forces him to maintain an aggressive approach. The piece suggested that while this style worked against Blaydes, it could result in a knockout loss against elite strikers like Pereira or Pavlovich. Despite the defensive concerns, the analyst praised Hockit's improving power, effective elbow work in the third round, and strong takedown defense against Blaydes. The analyst noted Hockit's style perfectly matches the Trump-Dana White era aesthetic. For a potential Derrick Lewis matchup, concerns were raised that Lewis might prioritize avoiding damage and collecting a paycheck over pursuing victory.