Josh Hokit Faces Derrick Lewis Without Chief Coach at UFC White House Event
Coachless Hokit Request Ring Girl Assistance
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Heavyweight contender Josh Hokit will fight Derrick Lewis at the UFC White House event without his chief coach, Greg Jackson, due to personal reasons. Hokit, coming off a victory against Curtis Blaydes, is a favorite but faces a significant challenge against Lewis, known for his knockout power.
- 01Josh Hokit will fight Derrick Lewis at the UFC White House event without his chief coach.
- 02Hokit recently won against Curtis Blaydes and is a favorite in the upcoming match.
- 03Greg Jackson, Hokit’s coach, will not be present due to personal reasons.
- 04Hokit humorously requested ring girls for assistance in the absence of his coach.
- 05Derrick Lewis is known for his knockout power and has a size advantage over Hokit.
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Josh Hokit, a rising Heavyweight contender, is set to face Derrick Lewis at the UFC White House event, but he will do so without his chief coach, Greg Jackson, who is unable to attend for personal reasons. Hokit recently secured a victory against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 and is considered a favorite in this matchup. However, the absence of his main coach raises concerns, especially against Lewis, who is renowned for his knockout ability and holds a significant size advantage. In a light-hearted moment, Hokit took to social media to jokingly request the assistance of ring girls in his corner, highlighting his playful personality alongside his fighting prowess. As the fight approaches, the question remains whether Hokit can overcome these challenges and continue his winning streak.
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