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Josh Hokit calls out Gane and Pereira for next UFC fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Josh Hokit calls out Gane and Pereira for next UFC fight

Summary

Josh Hokit, a rising star in the UFC heavyweight division, has expressed his desire for his next fight to be against either Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title or Alex Pereira for the BMF title. Hokit, who has a 4-0 record in the UFC, aims to return to the Octagon soon after calling for a matchup at Madison Square Garden against Gane. He also mentioned the possibility of fighting Pereira in early 2027 if the UFC arranges a suitable opponent for him. Hokit criticized the current heavyweight, suggesting the UFC work on new narratives in the division.

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•Hokit is 4-0 in the UFC since his debut in November 2025.
•He wants to fight Gane for the heavyweight title at Madison Square Garden.
•Hokit suggests Pereira should have a winnable fight before facing him.
•Hokit criticized current champions for lack of action and excitement in the division.
•He has called for an entertainment-focused approach in match-making.

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11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Hokit Has 2 Suggestions For His Next UFC Fight

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Surging UFC heavyweight title contender Josh Hokit has two suggestions for his next fight inside the Octagon. Just a 28-year-old fighter, Hokit has emerged as one of the top heavyweights in the UFC since making his promotional debut just last November. Since then, he is 4-0 in the UFC with wins over Max Gimenis, Denzel […] The post Josh Hokit Has 2 Suggestions For His Next UFC Fight appeared first on HEAVY.
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