Heavyweight loudmouth taunts Alex Poatan and casts doubt on the Brazilian's success in the UFC.

Poatan faces his opponent before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Josh Hokit disagrees with Alex Poatan 's success in the UFC octagon. Recently, the Ultimate announced that the Brazilian vacated the light heavyweight title (up to 93kg), which increased rumors about a possible attempt to win the triple championship, this time in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2kg), a possibility that, in the outspoken commentator's view, may have been facilitated by the organization.

It all started when the 'Spinnin Backfist' profile on X posted a video of Alex Poatan and suggested that the Brazilian would be fighting for the heavyweight title in the next round, an opinion that seems to have bothered the loudmouth.

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In response to the post, Josh Hokit once again downplayed Alex Poatan 's career . The outspoken wrestler stated that he finds it 'unbelievable' that the Brazilian is treated as a legend without, in his view, having faced a wrestler throughout his career.

“It’s unbelievable how he can be so ‘legendary’ without ever having fought a real fighter in his entire career… I think being a great champion has everything to do with perfect timing…”, wrote Josh Hokit.

It's insane how he can be so “Legendary” but hasn't fought a real wrestler his entire career.. I guess being a great champion is all about perfect timing… https://t.co/iaMUzDb41C

— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) February 28, 2026

Josh Hokit may be on a collision course with Alex Poatan.

Josh Hokit in victory at UFC 324. Photo: Reproduction/X.

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If Alex Poatan confirms his move up to heavyweight, his path could cross with Josh Hokit 's sooner than you might think. While the Brazilian is expected to arrive in the new weight class already qualified to fight for the title, the outspoken fighter sees a golden opportunity to position himself as one of the next challengers.

Even outside the top 15 of the division, Hokit will have the chance to make a significant leap in the rankings. The heavyweight is scheduled to face fourth-ranked Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327, set for April 11 in Miami.

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