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www-forums.sherdog.comI can’t pull live updates right now, but here’s a concise summary of what’s widely reported about Josh Hokit up to 2026:
- UFC career: Josh Hokit has been active in the UFC heavyweight division with notable performances in 2025–2026, including a standout Fight of the Night caliber bout at UFC 327 against Curtis Blaydes, widely discussed as one of the year’s top heavyweight performances. He earned performance bonuses and generated significant media chatter around his pace, power, and wrestling-based style.[2]
- Recent developments: Following the Blaydes fight, reports indicated a scheduled matchup with former UFC Heavyweight Championship challenger Derrick Lewis for UFC Freedom 250 around June 2026, signaling his rising profile and continued push up the rankings.[2]
- Background: Before UFC stardom, Hokit was a high-level collegiate wrestler and played college football at Fresno State, and had a stint with the San Francisco 49ers before transitioning fully to MMA.[2]
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