Ilia Topuria became involved in an incident during the UFC 328 press conference when Josh Hokit was being removed from the event. According to the post, Topuria appeared to defend or support Alex Pereira during the situation that led to Hokit's ejection. The post references a "brotherly handshake of double champions," suggesting a moment of solidarity between the two title holders. Details about the exact nature of Topuria's intervention and what precipitated Hokit's removal are limited in the original post. The incident appears to have contributed to the premature ending of the press conference.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026












