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Josh Hokit prepares for UFC fight on White House Lawn June 14

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 4:17 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Josh Hokit prepares for UFC fight on White House Lawn June 14

Summary

Josh Hokit is set to compete in his fourth UFC bout this year on June 14 at the White House Lawn. After a hard-fought victory over Curtis Blaydes, Hokit is dealing with injuries, including a sore hand. Despite concerns about recovery time and his fighting style against the powerful Derrick Lewis, Hokit is adapting by using more elbows and knees. His coach expresses caution about Hokit’s upcoming matchup, recognizing Lewis's finishing ability.

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Status Watch

•Hokit's next fight is on June 14 at the White House Lawn.
•He is recovering from a demanding match against Curtis Blaydes.
•Hokit has announced he will adapt his fighting style due to injury.
•His coach has expressed concerns about the matchup with Lewis.
•The UFC has been eager to feature Hokit following recent success.

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What they're saying

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Josh Hokit hasn’t had much time to recover from his last fight, and it’s starting to show as June 14 draws closer. Hokit is set for his fourth UFC bout in less than a year, with the White House Lawn hosting another chance for him to build on what’s been a quick rise through the heavyweight ranks.
— Yahoo Sports

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