Curtis Blaydes and Josh Hawkit have first face-off before UFC 327

Curtis Blaydes and Josh Hawkit completed their first staredown ahead of their heavyweight bout at UFC 327. The face-off comes amid an escalating war of words between the two fighters, particularly from Hawkit's side. Blaydes is a longtime UFC heavyweight contender, while Hawkit is looking to make a statement against the established veteran. No specific details about the atmosphere or any exchanges during the actual staredown were provided. The fight is scheduled as part of the UFC 327 card.