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Volkov criticizes UFC for Hokit title shot ahead of UFC 334

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:40 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Volkov criticizes UFC for Hokit title shot ahead of UFC 334
Summary

Alexander Volkov expressed his disdain over Josh Hokit receiving a title shot at UFC 334, scheduled for November 14 at Madison Square Garden. Hokit will challenge Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight championship after Tom Aspinall vacated the title. Volkov, who has performed well in recent fights, claimed he was overlooked due to Hokit's supposed mental health issues. Hokit responded by dismissing Volkov's comments, calling him 'salty' and asserting his place in the title picture after defeating Volkov's previous opponents.

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  • •UFC 334 is set for November 14 at Madison Square Garden.
  • •Ciryl Gane now holds the heavyweight title after Aspinall's departure.
  • •Volkov has won six of his last seven fights.
  • •Hokit holds an undefeated record of 10-0 in MMA.
  • •Hokit and Volkov exchanged barbs over Twitter following the announcement.
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  • 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Alexander Volkov sarcastically lauds UFC for giving 'mentally ill' Hokit title shot
What they're saying
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Alexander Volkov did not hold back when reacting to Josh Hokit getting the next UFC title shot.

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