Gable Steveson has expressed openness to taking on teammate Josh Hokit, while also indicating he may be considering a move down to the light heavyweight division. The former Olympic gold medalist's weight class future remains in flux as he continues to establish himself in MMA.
Gable Steveson, the 26-year-old American Olympic wrestling gold medalist, has publicly expressed willingness to fight his own teammate Josh Hokit while simultaneously hinting that a move to the light heavyweight division at 205 pounds could be on his horizon.
Steveson, who stands six-foot-one (185 cm), has yet to record a professional MMA bout, leaving his weight class home genuinely uncertain. His wrestling pedigree is beyond question, but where he competes — and against whom — remains an open question as he works to build his MMA career from the ground up.
Hokit, nicknamed "The Incredible Hok," brings a polished 5-0 professional record into the conversation. The 28-year-old has gone unbeaten through five outings, giving him a meaningful experience edge over Steveson should the two ever square off despite sharing a training room.
Why it matters
- Steveson's weight class decision will define which contenders and champions he targets in the early stages of his career.
- A move to 205 pounds rather than heavyweight would represent a significant strategic choice given his listed height and frame.
- A potential teammate clash with the undefeated Hokit would generate immediate attention for both fighters, though such bouts between training partners rarely materialize easily.
- Steveson's transition from elite amateur wrestling to professional MMA is one of the more closely watched storylines in the sport right now.
