UFC legend points out that Hokit has already become a star in the organization: 'Like Conor and Chael Sonnen'

Dustin Poirier in action at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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Dustin Poirier believes Josh Hokit has already established himself as one of the new big stars of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The outspoken fighter stole the show during UFC 327's 'fight week' with his provocations, went into action against Curtis Blaydes , and put on a real war in the octagon before having his arm raised. According to 'The Diamond', the result puts the heavyweight (up to 120,2kg) on ​​a new level within the organization.

During the UFC 327 post-show, Poirier highlighted that the combination of rhetoric and performance inside the cage is one of the determining factors for a fighter's rise to stardom. According to him, names like Conor McGregor , Sean O'Malley , and Chael Sonnen followed the same path by combining provocations with convincing performances. In the view of the former interim champion, Hokit followed this playbook and reached the status of a new UFC star.

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“You saw it with Conor, Sean O’Malley , and Chael Sonnen , when guys talk the talk and walk the walk. Josh Hooker did that this week. He talked a lot, went out there, and delivered one of the best heavyweight fights we’ve ever seen. You become a star,” said Dustin Poirier.

Josh Hokit only had advantages in the UFC.

Hokit promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Before stepping into the octagon at UFC 327, Josh Hokit wasn't even ranked in the heavyweight division and had only two fights in the organization. After his victory over Curtis Blaydes , who was ranked fourth, the outspoken fighter should make a significant leap in the division, with a clear path to the top 5.

The event was also positive from a financial standpoint. Hokit earned around $200 (approximately R$1 million), combining the Performance of the Night and Fight of the Night bonuses, solidifying not only his sporting growth but also his return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Beyond the sporting success and financial gain, the heavyweight left UFC 327 with a great opportunity for exposure. Immediately after his victory, he was announced to face Derrick Lewis at the highly anticipated UFC White House , an event scheduled for June 14th and considered one of the biggest spectacles in the organization's history.

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