Alex Pereira has indicated that Josh Hokit’s tenure with the UFC might be in jeopardy. This comes after Hokit has been consistently provocative towards “Poatan” during the promotional events for UFC Freedom 250, although Pereira has largely refrained from engaging.
Pereira is currently focused on his upcoming bout against Ciryl Gane this weekend at UFC Freedom 250, where he has the opportunity to become the interim heavyweight champion and the first fighter in the promotion’s history to hold titles in three different weight classes. Meanwhile, Hokit is scheduled to face Derrick Lewis on the same event and has been making repeated, unsolicited remarks directed at Pereira.
The tension escalated when Hokit’s taunts included comments about Pereira’s mother. During a media day event, Pereira suggested that Hokit’s actions might have put his UFC career at risk. He revealed hearing rumors that Hokit could be cut from the organization after the UFC White House event, stating, “I’ve heard some things. I don’t know if he’s even going to be a part of this organization going forward… There’s a huge audience that watches the UFC. There are children, families, and a lot of the things he says and does are just very disrespectful.”
Josh Hokit’s Rebuttal
Despite Pereira’s comments, Hokit appears unfazed and has ambitious plans. He aims for a dominant performance against Derrick Lewis and intends to seek a fight with Pereira afterward. Responding to Pereira’s suggestion of an impending release, the 28-year-old Hokit took to X (formerly Twitter) to declare he has signed an eight-fight contract with the UFC, asserting, “He might actually be a simpleton… I just signed an 8 fight deal… so You can run but you can’t hide 😉.” Hokit further questioned why the UFC would release him after what he claims was “the greatest fight of all time.”
Alex Pereira Hints Josh Hokit Could Be Cut From UFC After June 14
Alex Pereira has suggested that Josh Hokit’s future with the UFC may be uncertain following the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event on June 14th. Hokit has been vocal in his provocations towards “Poatan” during the fight week press conferences, though Pereira has largely opted to ignore the antics.
Pereira is focused on his own career ambitions, aiming for three-division glory by facing Ciryl Gane. A win would make him interim heavyweight champion and the first fighter in UFC history to hold belts in three different weight classes. Hokit, on the other hand, is set to fight Derrick Lewis and has been consistently targeting Pereira.
The situation intensified when Hokit’s comments, reportedly including remarks about Pereira’s mother, crossed a line for the Brazilian fighter. At a media event, Pereira indicated that Hokit’s behavior might jeopardize his UFC contract. He mentioned hearing rumors that Hokit could be released from the promotion after the UFC White House event, stating, “I’ve heard some things. I don’t know if he’s even going to be a part of this organization going forward… There are a lot of things he says and does that are just very disrespectful.”
Josh Hokit Responds to Pereira’s Claims
Josh Hokit, however, has publicly dismissed Pereira’s suggestions. He responded on X, asserting that he has signed an eight-fight contract with the UFC, indicating his commitment to the promotion. Hokit stated, “He might actually be a simpleton… I just signed an 8 fight deal… so You can run but you can’t hide 😉.” He also questioned why the UFC would release him, claiming he delivered “the greatest fight of all time.”
Alex Pereira Hints Josh Hokit Might Be Released by UFC
Alex Pereira has alluded to the possibility of Josh Hokit being cut from the UFC following his upcoming fight on June 14th. Hokit has been persistently taunting “Poatan” during the lead-up to UFC Freedom 250, though Pereira has largely chosen not to engage.
Pereira is focused on his own historic pursuit of three-division championship status when he faces Ciryl Gane. Meanwhile, Hokit, who is scheduled to fight Derrick Lewis, has continued his unprovoked verbal attacks on Pereira.
The situation came to a head when Hokit’s provocations, reportedly including disrespectful comments about Pereira’s mother, prompted a response from the Brazilian fighter. During a press conference, Pereira suggested that Hokit’s conduct might lead to his departure from the UFC, mentioning rumors of a potential release after the event. Pereira commented, “I’ve heard some things. I don’t know if he’s even going to be a part of this organization going forward… A lot of the things he says and does are just very disrespectful.”
Hokit Fires Back at Pereira
Josh Hokit has refuted Pereira’s suggestions, declaring he has signed an eight-fight deal with the UFC. Hokit took to social media to state, “He might actually be a simpleton… I just signed an 8 fight deal… so You can run but you can’t hide 😉.” He further questioned the idea of his release, referencing his previous fight as a standout performance.
