Josh Hokit wants UFC to release Tom Aspinall due to inactivity
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 5:31 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Josh Hokit, a heavyweight contender, has called for the UFC to strip Tom Aspinall of his heavyweight title and release him, citing Aspinall's inactivity. Hokit referred to Ciryl Gane as the undisputed champion and claimed that Aspinall's management is 'playing games.' Hokit is currently ranked No. 5 in the division and has been vocal about his desire to fight Gane in September. He also directed criticisms towards former champion Alex Pereira, labeling him 'a broken man.' Hokit has gained attention not only for his in-octagon performances but also for his controversial off-the-cage remarks.
- •Josh Hokit is ranked No. 5 in the heavyweight division.
- •Hokit calls for UFC to cut Tom Aspinall due to inactivity.
- •He considers Ciryl Gane the true heavyweight champion.
- •Hokit is looking to fight Gane in September.
- •He criticized Alex Pereira as 'a broken man.'
- 5:31 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Hokit calls for UFC to cut Tom Aspinall
"Heavyweight contender Josh Hokit took aim at champion Tom Aspinall over inactivity and wants the UFC to strip Aspinall of the heavyweight title and release him from the organization. He also continued to take shots at former two-division titleholder Alex Pereira. "This crybaby has lost all of his ...
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