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Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit find common ground, drop potential fight plans
TL;DR
Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit have developed a friendship after Hokit’s recent success in the UFC. Costa initially considered fighting Hokit but has now dropped those plans, and they have collaborated on social media.
Key points
- Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit have formed a friendship.
- Hokit defeated Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327.
- Costa accused Hokit of robbing him of a bonus.
- Costa initially offered to replace Derrick Lewis against Hokit.
- They collaborated on social media after dropping fight plans.
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Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit have seemingly forged a new friendship.
Hokit is making headlines in the UFC by cutting WWE-esque promos and backing it up with his performances. “The Incredible Hok” recently defeated Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 to earn both “Performance of the Night” and “Fight of the Night” bonuses. The same card also saw Paulo Costa finish a previously undefeated Azamat Murzakanov in a massive upset.
At President Donald Trump’s insistence, Hokit was immediately booked against Derrick Lewis for the UFC White House card on June 14. Costa subsequently offered to replace Lewis against Hokit. “Borrachinha” also accused Hokit of robbing him of a bonus at UFC 327. However, Costa has since seemingly dropped the idea of fighting Hokit. Hokit recently collaborated with Costa on an Instagram post. Hokit shared a clip of himself cutting a promo at the UFC 327 pre-fight press conference, where Costa can be seen laughing.
Did We Just Become Best Friends?
Hokit wrote: “That’s it… we can never fight now… you love The Incredible Hok… join The Incrediblez… come train with the greatest heavyweight of all time… I’ll get you a Sith Robe… we can conquer the galaxy…”
Costa responded: “This dude …”
Hokit (9-0) has finished eight of his nine career wins, going the distance for the first time in his career against Blaydes at UFC 327. Meanwhile, Costa (16-4) is coming off back-to-back upset wins over suring prospects.
Q&A
What recent achievements has Josh Hokit accomplished in the UFC?
Josh Hokit recently defeated Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327, earning both 'Performance of the Night' and 'Fight of the Night' bonuses.
Why did Paulo Costa initially want to fight Josh Hokit?
Paulo Costa wanted to fight Josh Hokit after accusing him of robbing him of a bonus at UFC 327, but he has since dropped the idea.
How did Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit show their new friendship?
Paulo Costa and Josh Hokit showcased their friendship by collaborating on an Instagram post, where they appeared together and shared a light-hearted moment.