Alex Pereira criticizes Josh Hokit for disrespectful comments at presser

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Alex Pereira criticizes Josh Hokit for disrespectful comments at presser
Summary

Alex Pereira addressed Josh Hokit's recent comments during a press conference ahead of their fight at UFC White House: Freedom 250 on June 14. Pereira expressed his discontent over Hokit’s use of derogatory language referencing mothers, a significant offense in Brazilian culture. While Hokit has been banned from the upcoming press conference, Pereira indicated there remains potential for him to stir up trouble during fight week. Pereira recounted an earlier encounter with Hokit, claiming the latter avoided engaging further after Pereira confronted him in person about his remarks.

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  • Pereira fights Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title.
  • Hokit faces Derrick Lewis on the same card.
  • Hokit has been banned from the press conference on June 12.
  • Pereira warned that conflict could still arise during fight week.
  • Cultural sensitivity over trash talk is a key issue for Pereira.
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  • 6:13 PMYahoo SportsAlex Pereira: Josh Hokit wasn’t so tough without security around
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Josh Hokit’s trash talk is foreign in Alex Pereira’s home country of Brazil.

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