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Jamahal Hill moves to Heavyweight, targets Josh Hokit for debut fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:05 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Jamahal Hill moves to Heavyweight, targets Josh Hokit for debut fight

Summary

Jamahal Hill announced his move to the Heavyweight division during his podcast on June 17, 2026. The former UFC Light Heavyweight champion is preparing to compete after undergoing knee surgery, which previously sidelined him until late 2026. Hill has expressed interest in facing Heavyweight contender Josh Hokit in his debut, as he aims to become a double champion. Hill has not fought since losing to Khalil Rountree Jr. last June, and he shares the division with other fighters like Pereira and Walker who have also moved up from Light Heavyweight.

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•Jamahal Hill announced he will fight in the Heavyweight division.
•He has called out Josh Hokit for his debut match.
•Hill has been recovering from knee surgery and a losing streak.
•His last fight was against Khalil Rountree Jr. in June 2025.
•He aims to return to competition later in 2026.

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12:05 AMYahoo Sports — Video: Former champion Jamahal Hill moving to Heavyweight, calls out Josh Hokit – ‘Come get some’

What they're saying

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“Sweet Dreams” is moving up. Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Light Heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill is joining the recent trend of 205-pound fighters moving up to Heavyweight, bailing on the division where he once held UFC gold. “I’m gonna go ahead and say it now: I’m going to Heavyweight,” Hill announced on his podcast. “That’s […]
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