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Josh Hokit responds to Sean Strickland’s criticism: 'Can you really not see yourself?'
TL;DR
Josh Hokit and Sean Strickland exchanged criticisms over trash talk, with Strickland calling Hokit’s comments excessive. Despite their rivalry, both fighters maintain a level of mutual respect.
Key points
- Josh Hokit and Sean Strickland criticize each other.
- Strickland calls Hokit's trash talk excessive.
- The exchange occurred during a UFC presser in Newark.
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Josh Hokit and Sean Strickland can seemingly criticize each other without much animosity.
Hokit and Strickland are both known for crossing boundaries with their trash talk. Hokit recently went off on multiple fighters during the UFC White House presser in Newark, New Jersey. Strickland, who has recently been critical of Hokit’s trash talk, doubled down on it.
“This is wild coming from me but Josh goes way too far,” Strickland wrote on X. “Chandler’s wife, Ilia Topuria ex...I know it’s the WWE thing but its too much.”
This is wild coming from me but Josh goes way too far. Chandlers wife, Ilia Topuria ex...I know its the WWE thing but its too much.— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) May 8, 2026
Looking for Common Ground
Despite the criticism, Hokit didn’t show much hostility towards Strickland. “The Incredible Hok” merely reminded Strickland that he often crosses boundaries with his own trash talk. Hokit, who sports the star-spangled banner as a bandana, also tried to bond with Strickland over patriotism.
“Can you really not see yourself? lol,” Hokit wrote. “You seem oblivious to the things you say....With that being said, do it for our people tomorrow....And when the dust settles, if you want it, I'll definitely give it to you. Make BMF Great Again!”
Can you really not see yourself? lol. You seem oblivious to the things you say....With that being said, do it for our people tomorrow👊....And when the dust settles, if you want it, I'll definietly give it to you. Make BMF Great Again! 🇺🇸— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) May 8, 2026
Q&A
What did Sean Strickland say about Josh Hokit's trash talk?
Sean Strickland criticized Josh Hokit's trash talk, stating it goes too far and referencing personal matters involving other fighters.
How did Josh Hokit respond to Sean Strickland's criticism?
Josh Hokit has not publicly responded to Sean Strickland's criticism yet, but he has been known for his bold comments in the past.
What event sparked the exchange between Hokit and Strickland?
The exchange was sparked during the UFC White House presser in Newark, New Jersey, where Hokit made multiple comments about other fighters.
