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Paul bets he’d thrive in the NFL while doubling down on boxing bravado
sports22 days ago

Paul bets he’d thrive in the NFL while doubling down on boxing bravado

Jake Paul claims boxing is harder than football and that he could join the NFL at 29, even catching a touchdown with zero training, on The Pivot Podcast. UFC/MMA figure Josh Hokit replied that he’d beat Paul in any sport, prompting Paul to fire back with trash talk and an invite to box in Puerto Rico. The piece notes Paul’s 12-2 boxing record (losses to Tommy Fury and Anthony Joshua, the latter breaking his jaw), and mentions plans for a boxing return before year’s end and a 2027 MMA debut.

via MMA Fighting|
#boxing#crossover-sports#jake-paul
Hokit Defends Michelle Obama Remark as Compliment, Citing Free Speech
entertainment2 months ago

Hokit Defends Michelle Obama Remark as Compliment, Citing Free Speech

UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit says his comment that Michelle Obama is a man was meant as a compliment and a nod to freedom of speech, made after his win at Freedom 250 on the White House lawn; the remark drew swift backlash, including from UFC president Dana White, who condemned insults to families, while Helwani pressed Hokit to explain his stance.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#controversy#entertainment#free-speech
Hokit fires back after Michelle Obama jab, taunts Daniel Cormier
sports2 months ago

Hokit fires back after Michelle Obama jab, taunts Daniel Cormier

At UFC Freedom 250 in Washington, Josh Hokit sparked backlash by calling former First Lady Michelle Obama a man after his win over Derrick Lewis. The remarks drew criticism from UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier, who expressed disappointment, and Hokit doubled down with provocative comments about fans and unity. A future fight with Cormier is unlikely, given DC’s retirement and age, but the incident highlighted a controversy that overshadowed the event.

via MMA Fighting|
#controversy#daniel-cormier#josh-hokit
Cormier blasts Hokit over Michelle Obama jab at UFC White House
sports-mma2 months ago

Cormier blasts Hokit over Michelle Obama jab at UFC White House

Josh Hokit KO'd Derrick Lewis to advance to No. 6 in the UFC heavyweight rankings at the White House event, but his post-fight line calling Michelle Obama a man drew criticism from Daniel Cormier, who called the move “lame as f*ck.” Dana White condemned the comment while defending free speech, and the event reportedly drew 17 million viewers on Paramount+.

via MMA Junkie|
#daniel-cormier#heavyweight#josh-hokit
Hokit’s ‘Apology’ Post Sparks Troll Debate Over Michelle Obama Remark
sports2 months ago

Hokit’s ‘Apology’ Post Sparks Troll Debate Over Michelle Obama Remark

UFC fighter Josh Hokit sparked a controversy after winning UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn by yelling that Michelle Obama is a man. While he later shared an Instagram Story that appeared to show an apology and a $50,000 donation to the Obama Foundation, a Community Note labeled the post false and indicated Hokit did not apologize, instead doubling down and signaling the post was likely trolling.

via Mediaite|
#controversy#josh-hokit#michelle-obama
Adesanya cautions Hokit's White House mic drop after Michelle Obama remark
sports2 months ago

Adesanya cautions Hokit's White House mic drop after Michelle Obama remark

Adesanya questioned Josh Hokit's White House post-fight promo after Hokit's Michelle Obama remark, suggesting such comments could have consequences, as Hokit dominated Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn. He praised Hokit's fighting but criticized the sensationalism, and the piece also discusses potential future matchups with Alex Pereira, who recently lost to Ciryl Gane, with Pereira possibly moving between light heavyweight and heavyweight in a potential Hokit feud.

via MMA Fighting|
#israel-adesanya#josh-hokit#michelle-obama
White condemns UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama jab after Freedom 250
sports2 months ago

White condemns UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama jab after Freedom 250

UFC president Dana White condemned heavyweight Josh Hokit for post-fight remarks claiming ‘Michelle Obama is a man’ at UFC Freedom 250, saying he’s completely against saying nasty and false things about people’s families. Hokit, known for provocative post-fight comments, drew mixed reactions online and at the event, which coincided with a Trump-hosted celebration. The incident comes as Michelle Obama prepares to open the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.

via Los Angeles Times|
#dana-white#josh-hokit#michelle-obama
White Bosses It: Dana White Slams Hokit’s Michelle Obama Remark
sports2 months ago

White Bosses It: Dana White Slams Hokit’s Michelle Obama Remark

UFC president Dana White condemned fighter Josh Hokit for shouting that ‘Michelle Obama is a man’ during the White House Freedom 250 event, calling the remark nasty and false and saying he hates that kind of nonsense; Hokit’s post‑fight jab drew backlash, Joe Rogan appeared flustered on air, and a White House spokesperson dodged questions about the comment.

via Variety|
#dana-white#josh-hokit#michelle-obama
Hokit shrugs off Pereira’s release talk, says he’s locked in with an eight-fight deal
sports2 months ago

Hokit shrugs off Pereira’s release talk, says he’s locked in with an eight-fight deal

Pereira hinted Josh Hokit could be released, but Hokit responded that he’s staying in UFC after signing an eight‑fight contract. Hokit has shown promise as an undefeated heavyweight, including a win over Curtis Blaydes and two $100,000 bonuses, with a next booking against Derrick Lewis at UFC White House. Pereira fights Ciryl Gane for an interim heavyweight title this weekend; if both win, a future Hokit–Pereira clash could happen after Tom Aspinall’s return.

via MMA Fighting|
#alex-pereira#heavyweight#josh-hokit
Pereira Brushes Off Hokit in Hotel Run-In, Keeping UFC Feud Alive
sports2 months ago

Pereira Brushes Off Hokit in Hotel Run-In, Keeping UFC Feud Alive

At the UFC White House event in Washington, D.C., Josh Hokit yelled profanities at Alex Pereira in the fighter hotel, but Pereira ignored him and moved on. The brief moment continues a feud that began at UFC 327’s media day and resurfaced at a recent press conference. With Pereira challenging Ciryl Gane for an interim heavyweight title and Hokit battling Derrick Lewis, a Pereira–Hokit bout remains unlikely for now, though a future matchup isn’t ruled out if both win.

via MMA Fighting|
#alex-pereira#josh-hokit#mma