Madness! 'New Chael Sonnen' freaks out and demands to receive 10 times more than Borrachinha in the UFC.

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On a roll, Josh Hokit continues to take advantage of his fame like few others, accumulating rivals not only in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg). And the spotlight is now on the American, known as the 'new' Chael Sonnen'because of his insane 'trash talk', it is Paulo borrachinhaSo much so that the bad boy forgot about the important confrontation he will have against Derrick Lewis No. UFC White House, on June 14th, in Washington (USA), to provoke the Brazilian.

On his official 'X' account, Hokit, who impressed by winning the war against Curtis blaydesIn April, he took his career to the next level and wants to be paid like a big name. Aware that he has become a kind of UFC sensation and that the Brazilian has stated he receives a purse of one million dollars (approximately R$ 5 million at the current exchange rate) per fight, the bad boy has increased his value and, as he has been exchanging barbs, did not hesitate to state that he is worth much more than that.

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"In negotiations with the UFC, wish me luck. How much does Borrachinha really earn? Whatever it is, ten times more, please 🤪🙏," wrote the bad boy.

Hokit's financial situation

Despite the somewhat exaggerated demands in the UFC, it's safe to say that recently, money is no longer a problem for Hokit. This is because, at UFC 327, the athlete won the performance bonus and fight of the night bonus for his epic victory against Blaydes. Therefore, the American pocketed $200 (approximately R$1 million at the current exchange rate) in just one night.

Hokit's Fighters in MMA

Josh Hokit, 28, is undefeated in MMA and is rapidly rising in the UFC heavyweight division. The American began his career in the sport in 2023, was discovered through the Contender Series program, debuted in the company in 2025, and has already reached fifth place in the division's rankings.

In this fighting style, the bad boy competed in nine fights and won them all, eight of them by stoppage (five by knockout and three by submission). His main victory was against Curtis blaydes.

UFC negotiation talks.. wish me luck… how much does Paulo Costa actually make? Whatever he does, 10x that please 🤪🙏

— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) April 21, 2026