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Josh Hokit Upsets Curtis Blaydes in Epic UFC Showdown

4/15/2026

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Summary

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Josh Hokit defeated Curtis Blaydes by unanimous decision at UFC 327, moving into the top five heavyweight rankings while Blaydes dropped to seventh.
The bout was hailed as one of the greatest heavyweight fights and featured over 390 combined strikes.
Curtis Blaydes expressed disappointment, saying he won two of the three rounds, and noted mutual respect emerged despite Hokit’s antics.
Both fighters received a $100,000 bonus for their performance.

History

Historical Context

UFC 100, held on July 11, 2009, in Las Vegas, marked a turning point for mixed martial arts, drawing 1.6 million pay-per-view buys. The event featured Brock Lesnar defeating Frank Mir, solidifying Lesnar's status as the undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion. This milestone reflected the sport's rapid growth and set the stage for future heavyweight rivalries, influencing events like UFC 327.

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Story summary

Josh Hokit defeated Curtis Blaydes by unanimous decision at UFC 327, moving into the top five heavyweight rankings while Blaydes dropped to seventh.
The bout was hailed as one of the greatest heavyweight fights and featured over 390 combined strikes.
Curtis Blaydes expressed disappointment, saying he won two of the three rounds, and noted mutual respect emerged despite Hokit’s antics.
Both fighters received a $100,000 bonus for their performance.

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