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Din Thomas backs Josh Hokit to thrive if he becomes UFC heavyweight champion

MMA analyst Din Thomas has backed Josh Hokit to be a solid UFC heavyweight champion if he’s able to win the belt this weekend.

By Harry Kettle · BJ Penn

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Din Thomas believes Josh Hokit would make a great champion if he wins the UFC heavyweight title.
Josh Hokit challenges defending champion Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 334 on Saturday night.
Thomas described Hokit as the best all-around package inside and outside the Octagon since Conor McGregor.

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MMA analyst Din Thomas has stated that Josh Hokit would make an excellent UFC heavyweight champion if he wins the title at UFC 334. Hokit is scheduled to challenge reigning heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane in the main event on Saturday night.

Speaking on the UFC's Deep Waters podcast, Thomas compared Hokit to Conor McGregor in terms of his complete inside and outside package. Thomas praised Hokit's marketability and youth, noting that he would be an active champion capable of selling tickets.

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