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Curtis Blaydes has stated he respects Josh Hockett as a fighter despite not appreciating his personality or pre-fight behavior. Blaydes explained it would be insincere and hypocritical to deny Hockett's fighting ability after their encounter. While Blaydes doesn't enjoy Hockett's gimmicks or persona outside the octagon, he acknowledged that when they face each other with gloves on, respect is mandatory. The heavyweight contender emphasized that it would be impossible not to respect someone who can compete at that level inside the cage.
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