Jiri Prochazka and Josh Hokit had a tense confrontation behind the scenes at the UFC 327 media day in Miami. Prochazka told Hokit to "stand where you're standing, man," while Hokit responded aggressively, saying "I'll cut you, buddy, and then glue your head to Alex Pereira's body." The exchange suggests building animosity between the two fighters. UFC 327 is taking place in Miami. The confrontation was captured on video.
A backstage confrontation between Jiri Prochazka and Josh Hokit added an unexpected flash of tension to UFC 327 media day in Miami on April 8, with video footage capturing the heated exchange between the two fighters.
Prochazka, a 33-year-old Czech light heavyweight ranked second in the division, opened the confrontation by telling Hokit to "stand where you're standing, man." Hokit fired back aggressively, telling Prochazka, "I'll cut you, buddy, and then glue your head to Alex Pereira's body." The unusual reference to reigning light heavyweight champion Pereira added an extra layer of intrigue to the altercation. Prochazka carries a professional record of 32-6-1 and is one of the most active strikers in the division, averaging 5.69 significant strikes landed per minute at a 55 percent accuracy rate. Standing six-foot-three with an 80-inch reach, he is an imposing presence at 205 pounds.
Hokit, who goes by the nickname "The Incredible Hok," is an undefeated 28-year-old prospect sitting at 5-0-0. The confrontation marks a notable moment of visibility for a fighter still working his way up the ladder.
Pereira, the reigning champion referenced in Hokit's comments, holds a 13-4-0 record and stands six-foot-four with a 79-inch reach. The 38-year-old Brazilian posts 5.16 significant strikes per minute at an impressive 62 percent accuracy, making him one of the most accurate power strikers in the weight class.
Why it matters
- Prochazka is the number-two ranked light heavyweight, making any animosity within the division relevant to title picture dynamics
- Hokit's unprompted reference to champion Alex Pereira suggests he may be angling for attention beyond his current standing
- The video capture of the confrontation keeps divisional tensions in the public eye ahead of UFC 327 on April 11
Saturday, April 11, 2026
