Paulo Borrachinha challenges Josh Hokit with special rules and a title at stake.

P. Borrachinha (photo) at UFC weigh-in. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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Paulo Borrachinha has a new target in the UFC. After knocking out Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 and debuting in the top 10 of the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), the Minas Gerais native has turned his attention to Josh Hokit . The Brazilian claims that the heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) 'stole' his bonus at the event and, therefore, he is now advocating for a direct confrontation between the two under special conditions.

In a social media post, Borrachinha proposed a duel against Hokit for the 'BMF' title, suggesting a fight with no weight limit and more open rules, where the winner would take all.

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"Costa vs. Huk for the real BMF. No weight limit, no annoying hugs, the winner takes all," wrote Paulo Borrachinha.

Costa vs. Huk for the real BMF
-no weight limit
No boring hugs
The winner takes all.

— Paulo Costa (@BorrachinhaMMA) April 14, 2026

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Paulo Costa finishes Murzakanov with a brutal headkick! #UFC327 pic.twitter.com/csf5dLs27w

— TakeruCigarra (@TakeruCigarra) April 12, 2026

Josh Hokit only had advantages at UFC 327.

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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