Alex Pereira has indicated that Josh Hokit’s future with the UFC might be uncertain after June 14. Hokit has been provocatively targeting “Poatan” since the UFC Freedom 250 press conferences began, often making subtle jabs and adopting a heel persona. However, Pereira has largely refrained from engaging with Hokit’s antics.
Pereira is focused on achieving his goal of holding titles in three different UFC divisions. The former two-division champion is scheduled to face Ciryl Gane this weekend in the co-main event of UFC Freedom 250. A victory would make Pereira the interim heavyweight champion and the first fighter in the promotion’s history to hold belts in three weight classes.
Meanwhile, Hokit, who has consistently provoked Pereira without apparent reason, is set to compete against Derrick Lewis on the same weekend.
Alex Pereira believes Josh Hokit has overstepped boundaries with his taunts and comments, notably those directed at Pereira’s mother. During a media session, “Poatan” suggested that Hokit’s actions could jeopardize his standing within the UFC. The 38-year-old fighter mentioned hearing rumors that Hokit might be cut from the UFC following the White House event.
“I’ve heard some things. I don’t know if he’s even going to be a part of this organization going forward. It may not even be worth talking about him because I don’t think he’s gonna be here. Thereโs a huge audience that watches the UFC. There are children, families, and a lot of the things he says and does are just very disrespectful.”
Josh Hokit Responds to Alex Pereira’s Claims
Despite Pereira’s sentiment, Josh Hokit appears to have ambitious plans. He aims for a dominant performance against Derrick Lewis (“The Black Beast”) before pursuing a fight with “Poatan.” Hokit quickly reacted to Pereira’s remarks about his potential UFC release. The 28-year-old took to X (formerly Twitter) to inform Pereira and the fans that he has signed an eight-fight contract and intends to pursue a bout with Pereira.
“He might actually be a simpletonโฆ I just signed an 8 fight dealโฆ so You can run but you canโt hide ๐”
English Translation and Paraphrase:
Alex Pereira has suggested that Josh Hokit’s tenure with the UFC might be at risk following their upcoming fights on June 14. Hokit has been persistently antagonizing “Poatan” since the pre-fight events for UFC Freedom 250, employing a villainous persona and making subtle jabs. However, Pereira has largely maintained a composed demeanor, choosing not to retaliate.
Pereira is currently focused on his monumental goal of becoming a three-division champion in the UFC. He is set to face Ciryl Gane this weekend at UFC Freedom 250. A victory for Pereira would secure him the interim heavyweight title and etch his name in history as the first fighter to hold championships in three different weight classes simultaneously.
Concurrently, Hokit, who has been issuing unprovoked challenges to Pereira, is scheduled to fight Derrick Lewis on the same event card.
Alex Pereira has expressed his belief that Josh Hokit has crossed a line with his provocative comments, particularly those concerning Pereira’s mother. At a recent press conference, “Poatan” hinted that Hokit’s position within the UFC could be precarious due to his behavior. Pereira also mentioned hearing rumors that Hokit might be released from the organization after the UFC White House event.
“I’ve heard whispers suggesting his future here is uncertain. I’m not sure he’ll remain with the organization. It might not even be worth discussing him if he’s not going to be around. The UFC has a vast audience, including children and families, and his statements and actions are profoundly disrespectful.”
Josh Hokit’s Response to Alex Pereira
Josh Hokit, however, has his sights set on bigger achievements. He plans to deliver a commanding performance against Derrick Lewis and subsequently seek a matchup with “Poatan.” Hokit wasted no time in responding to Alex Pereira’s recent insinuations about his potential dismissal from the UFC. The 28-year-old fighter took to X to assert that he has signed an eight-fight contract, signaling his intention to remain in the promotion and pursue a fight with Pereira.
“He must be quite foolish… I’ve just signed an eight-fight contract, so you can run, but you can’t escape ๐.”
