Curtis Blaydes has dismissed Josh Hokit’s behaviour ahead of their fight at UFC 327.
Blaydes isn’t giving Hokit the attention he wants before their fight on Saturday. Hokit has been cutting pro wrestling style promos and often being offensive since arriving in the UFC. Hokit has already tried to start an altercation with Jiri Prochazka and was talking trash to Carlos Ulberg.
Blaydes’ Reaction to Hokit’s Behaviour
Blaydes knows exactly what Hokit is trying to achieve and that’s getting attention, which is why he’s not bothering with him until they are in the octagon. Blaydes said he doesn’t want to run into Hokit.
“He just wants the clips,” Blaydes said during UFC 327 media day. Blaydes noted Jiri Prochazka is a professional and is not going to beat someone up in the hotel lobby. Blaydes said engaging with Hokit right now or any day besides this weekend is a waste of time.
Blaydes’ Comparison to Colby Covington
Blaydes believes Hokit is doing his best to mimic Colby Covington. Blaydes said Covington was actually good and had something to stand on.
Blaydes added that Hokit knows he’s not going to get paid off his skill inside of the octagon. Blaydes said Hokit is trying to be a personality by saying random things when interviewed, but Blaydes is not going to engage with it.
Anticipation for the UFC 327 Press Conference
Blaydes has largely avoided any ugly rivalries since he arrived in the UFC, but he knows Hokit is doing everything possible to get under his skin.
Blaydes said he is only slightly annoyed right now but is sure he won’t like Hokit after the press conference on Thursday. Blaydes said the UFC can take his microphone because he is not going to respond. He believes Hokit wants the views and wants to get the viral moment.
Blaydes expects Hokit to go on the offensive during the UFC 327 press conference but promises he’s not going to take the bait.